Atlantic blue tang
A species of Surgeonfish, Also known as Blue doctor, Blue tang, Yellow barber, Blue surgeonfish Scientific name : Acanthurus coeruleus Genus : Surgeonfish
Atlantic blue tang, A species of Surgeonfish
Also known as:
Blue doctor, Blue tang, Yellow barber, Blue surgeonfish
Botanical name: Acanthurus coeruleus
Genus: Surgeonfish
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The color of atlantic blue tang varies depending on age and sex. Juveniles are bright yellow, subadults are blue with a yellow tail, while adults are entirely blue. Atlantic blue tang is known as a cleaner fish, eating the parasites and dead tissue off its clients, such as the green turtle. Its flesh has a strong odor, so it's not used for human consumption.
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Atlantic blue tang 
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