Eyestripe Surgeonfish
Acanthurus dussumieri
- Group: Surgeonfish
- Typical depth: 4–131 m
- Max size: 54 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A surgeonfish of deep coastal slopes and outer reef walls, often seen over deep shipwrecks, the eyestripe surgeonfish grazes the fine film of algae, diatoms and detritus that coats sand and rock. Adults gather in schools below about nine metres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Acanthuriformes › Acanthuridae › Acanthurus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 219641.
FAQ
- How deep does the Eyestripe Surgeonfish live?
- The Eyestripe Surgeonfish (Acanthurus dussumieri) is typically found at 4–131 m.
- Is the Eyestripe Surgeonfish dangerous to divers?
- The Eyestripe Surgeonfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Eyestripe Surgeonfish get?
- The Eyestripe Surgeonfish grows to about 54 cm.