Dark Surgeonfish
Acanthurus Blochii
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Quick Facts
Scientific nameAcanthurus Blochii
Other namesDark Surgeon, Ringtail Surgeonfish
SizeUp to 45 cm (17.71 in)
WeightUp to 1 kg (2.2 lb)
FamilySurgeonfish / Acanthuridae
Distribution
Habitat & AU DistributionCoastal waters, lagoons & seaward reefs amongst areas of coral & sand covered in algae
