Bluelined Surgeonfish
Acanthurus nigroris
- Group: Surgeonfish
- Typical depth: 1 to 90 m
- Max size: 25 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
This surgeonfish works clear lagoon and seaward reefs, grazing filamentous algae, diatoms and the fine film over compacted sand. A scalpel like blade sits on each side of the tail base, and it is found alone or in small groups from the shallows down to about 90 metres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Acanthuriformes › Acanthuridae › Acanthurus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 219642.
FAQ
- How deep does the Bluelined Surgeonfish live?
- The Bluelined Surgeonfish (Acanthurus nigroris) is typically found at 1 to 90 m.
- Is the Bluelined Surgeonfish dangerous to divers?
- The Bluelined Surgeonfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Bluelined Surgeonfish get?
- The Bluelined Surgeonfish grows to about 25 cm.