Sohal tang Profile

The Sohal tang (Acanthurus sohal) is a strikingly colored fish, featuring bold stripes of white on a deep blue to black background, accented with a bright orange spine on its tail. It is native to the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden, where it inhabits both reef crests and lagoons. Recognizable by its flat, disc-shaped body and a prominent horizontal blade on the caudal peduncle, the Sohal tang grows up to 40 cm (16 inches) in length. It is a popular choice among marine aquarium enthusiasts, known for both its vibrant coloration and its aggressive temperament.