Acanthurus Chirurgus ❲2025-2026❳

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

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

: Deep, strongly compressed oval body with a steep head profile and small, low-set mouth. : Typically gray-brown to greenish-gray, marked by 8

: Reaches a maximum length of approximately 34–38 cm, though most individuals are around 25 cm. They can live up to at least 11 years. 2. Habitat and Distribution

Acanthurus chirurgus, Doctorfish : fisheries, gamefish, aquarium Found in loose aggregations (Ref

: 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.