Black Surgeonfish
Acanthurus gahhm
- Group: Surgeonfish
- Typical depth: 5 to 50 m
- Max size: 40 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A dark surgeonfish of the Red Sea and western Indian Ocean, often gathering in large groups over open ground near coral or rock. A scalpel sharp spine sits on each side of the tail base, the family trait that gives surgeonfishes their name.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Acanthuriformes › Acanthuridae › Acanthurus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 219636.
FAQ
- How deep does the Black Surgeonfish live?
- The Black Surgeonfish (Acanthurus gahhm) is typically found at 5 to 50 m.
- Is the Black Surgeonfish dangerous to divers?
- The Black Surgeonfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Black Surgeonfish get?
- The Black Surgeonfish grows to about 40 cm.