Eibli mimic tang Profile

The Eibli mimic tang (Acanthurus tristis) is a marine fish primarily characterized by its dark body with bright orange and blue striping towards the tail. It originates from the Indian Ocean. This species has a distinctive shape common to tangs, with a laterally compressed body and a pronounced dorsal fin. While it shares its coloration with the more popular Eibli angelfish as a form of mimicry for protection, Acanthurus tristis is less commonly known in the aquarium hobby compared to other tang species.