Twospot Surgeonfish
Ctenochaetus binotatus
- Group: Surgeonfish
- Typical depth: 0 to 60 m
- Max size: 22 cm
- For divers: caution
- IUCN status: LC
This surgeonfish grazes the deep lagoon and seaward reef, scooping a film of detritus and single celled algae from coral and rubble. Because that film includes the organism behind ciguatera toxin, it sits as a key link in the chain that makes larger reef fish poisonous to eat.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Acanthuriformes › Acanthuridae › Ctenochaetus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 219655.
FAQ
- How deep does the Twospot Surgeonfish live?
- The Twospot Surgeonfish (Ctenochaetus binotatus) is typically found at 0 to 60 m.
- Is the Twospot Surgeonfish dangerous to divers?
- Divers should approach the Twospot Surgeonfish with care.
- How big does the Twospot Surgeonfish get?
- The Twospot Surgeonfish grows to about 22 cm.