Sohal Surgeonfish
Acanthurus sohal
- Group: Surgeonfish
- Max size: 40 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
Bold and territorial, the sohal surgeonfish defends a patch of reef along surge swept seaward edges and will see off intruders with the scalpel sharp blade at the base of its tail. It grazes on algae, especially Sargassum and fine green strands.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Acanthuriformes › Acanthuridae › Acanthurus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 219649.
FAQ
- Is the Sohal Surgeonfish dangerous to divers?
- The Sohal Surgeonfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Sohal Surgeonfish get?
- The Sohal Surgeonfish grows to about 40 cm.