Razor Surgeonfish
Prionurus laticlavius
- Group: Surgeonfish
- Typical depth: 3–30 m
- Max size: 60 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A schooling surgeonfish of shallow rocky reefs in the eastern Pacific, this fish grazes algae from rocks and corals in tight groups. It grows to about 60 centimetres and carries the sharp scalpel like blade near the tail that gives surgeonfishes their name. Adults take on a smoky grey body with a yellow tail.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Acanthuriformes › Acanthuridae › Prionurus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 282346.
FAQ
- How deep does the Razor Surgeonfish live?
- The Razor Surgeonfish (Prionurus laticlavius) is typically found at 3–30 m.
- Is the Razor Surgeonfish dangerous to divers?
- The Razor Surgeonfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Razor Surgeonfish get?
- The Razor Surgeonfish grows to about 60 cm.