Can't ID new tang

rnelson · #1 01/11/2008, 10:15 AM

I bought a tang from my LFS that I can't ID....it looks like several different tangs but not a perfect match on any I've found so far.....any help would be appreciated:

DamnPepShrimp · #2 01/11/2008, 11:18 AM

That white caudal spike stands out to me as a dussumieri tang. I want one sooo bad! They are gorgeous when older.

pulpol · #3 01/11/2008, 11:56 AM

it's not a dussumieri tang looks like a young bariene tang to me. very nice like looking fish you got there. how much did you pay for it? would love to have one
http://bluezooaquatics.com/images/pr...us_bariene.jpg

rnelson · #4 01/11/2008, 01:09 PM

Yeah, it looks pretty close to a Bariene......not an exact match but that could be attributed to juvenile versus adult coloration.

Could be an Acanthurus blochii also....

I paid $30......

andy j · #5 01/11/2008, 02:21 PM

its not blochi or Bariene

its a Acanthurus Leococheilus

white spine and black and white striped face pattern give it away

rnelson · #6 01/11/2008, 02:36 PM

Ding Ding, I believe we have a winner!!!

Thanks everyone

thor32766 · #7 01/11/2008, 03:32 PM

Acanthurus Leococheilus yes that is correct. great job!