Powderblue Surgeonfish
Acanthurus leucosternon
- Group: Surgeonfish
- Typical depth: 0–25 m
- Max size: 54 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A flat, oval body the colour of pale blue powder with a black face mask makes this surgeonfish one of the most striking grazers on Indian Ocean reefs. It crops algae from reef flats and upper slopes, sometimes alone and sometimes in large feeding crowds. A scalpel sharp spine sits at the base of its tail.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Acanthuriformes › Acanthuridae › Acanthurus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 219628.
FAQ
- How deep does the Powderblue Surgeonfish live?
- The Powderblue Surgeonfish (Acanthurus leucosternon) is typically found at 0–25 m.
- Is the Powderblue Surgeonfish dangerous to divers?
- The Powderblue Surgeonfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Powderblue Surgeonfish get?
- The Powderblue Surgeonfish grows to about 54 cm.