Inshore Surgeonfish
Acanthurus Grammoptilus
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Quick Facts
Scientific nameAcanthurus Grammoptilus
Other namesFinelined Surgeonfish, Inshore Surgeon, Northwest Surgeonfish, Ringtailed Surgeonfish
SizeUp to 35 cm (13.77 in)
WeightUp to 1.25 kg (2.75 lb)
FamilySurgeonfish / Acanthuridae
Distribution
Habitat & AU DistributionCoastal waters, lagoons & bays amongst inshore & deeper reef areas
