Gulf Surgeonfish
Acanthurus randalli
- Group: Surgeonfish
- Typical depth: 1–20 m
- Max size: 18 cm
- For divers: safe
The Gulf surgeonfish grazes algae across coral reefs and inshore grassy and rocky ground, gathering into schools as it feeds. Like all surgeonfish it carries a scalpel sharp spine at the base of the tail, ready to slash at anything that crowds it.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Acanthuriformes › Acanthuridae › Acanthurus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 272965.
FAQ
- How deep does the Gulf Surgeonfish live?
- The Gulf Surgeonfish (Acanthurus randalli) is typically found at 1–20 m.
- Is the Gulf Surgeonfish dangerous to divers?
- The Gulf Surgeonfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Gulf Surgeonfish get?
- The Gulf Surgeonfish grows to about 18 cm.