Tomini Surgeonfish
Ctenochaetus tominiensis
- Group: Surgeonfish
- Typical depth: 0–45 m
- Max size: 16 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
This surgeonfish grazes the steep coral rich dropoffs of sheltered coasts, alone or in small groups, down to about 45 metres. It feeds on algae and the tiny animals living within it, and it stays under 16 centimetres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Acanthuriformes › Acanthuridae › Ctenochaetus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 277562.
FAQ
- How deep does the Tomini Surgeonfish live?
- The Tomini Surgeonfish (Ctenochaetus tominiensis) is typically found at 0–45 m.
- Is the Tomini Surgeonfish dangerous to divers?
- The Tomini Surgeonfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Tomini Surgeonfish get?
- The Tomini Surgeonfish grows to about 16 cm.