Acanthurus Chirurgus -

Acanthurus chirurgus, Doctorfish : fisheries, gamefish, aquarium

Species Report: Acanthurus chirurgus (Doctorfish) Acanthurus chirurgus , commonly known as the , is a marine reef fish in the surgeonfish family ( Acanthuridae ). First described by Bloch in 1787, its name is derived from the Greek "acantha" (thorn) and "oura" (tail), referring to the sharp, scalpel-like spines on either side of its tail base. 1. Physical Characteristics acanthurus chirurgus

Biology Glossary (e.g. epibenthic) Inhabits shallow reefs or rocky areas. Found in loose aggregations (Ref. 9710). Mainly diurnal. Search FishBase Physical Characteristics Biology Glossary (e

: A single, depressible sharp spine resides in a groove on each side of the caudal peduncle, which can inflict painful wounds on predators or handlers. : Typically gray-brown to greenish-gray

: Typically gray-brown to greenish-gray, marked by 8 to 12 narrow dark vertical bars on the posterior flanks.