mimic tang

Discussion in 'Tropical Fish' started by ferretfish, Aug 7, 2011.

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  1. ferretfish

    ferretfish Sea Dragon

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    i am confused about mimic tangs. why would a tang what do disguise itself to look like i dwarf angel what advantige will that give in the wild.
    what advantige to dwarf angels have over other fish
    could any one enlighton this for me thanks
     
    ferretfish, Aug 7, 2011
    ferretfish, Aug 7, 2011
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  2. 2in10

    2in10 Super Moderator

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    This happens a lot in nature period. They may use the coloration to school with the angels and feed with more safety on the reef. Or it may just work to ward off other fish from attacking them.
     
    2in10, Aug 7, 2011
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