Chevron Tang [Ctenochaetus hawaiiensis]
Description
The Chevron Tang, also known as the Hawaiian Bristletooth, is native to the central Pacific Ocean. It has a dark body with bright blue or purple horizontal stripes. The stripes, combined with its bristle-like teeth, create a 'chevron' pattern, hence its common name. This species is known for its ability to control the growth of algae in its habitat.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
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|---|---|
| Class |
Fish
Actinopterygii
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| Order |
Perciformes
Perciformes
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| Family |
Surgeonfishes
Acanthuridae
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| Genus |
Bristletooths
Ctenochaetus
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