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Spotted Unicornfish

Naso Brevirostris
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Quick Facts

Scientific nameNaso Brevirostris
Other namesLongnose Surgeonfish, Longnosed Unicornfish, Palefin Unicornfish, Shorthorned Unicornfish, Shortsnouted Unicornfish, Spotted Unicorn
SizeUp to 60 cm (23.62 in)
WeightUp to 2.5 kg (5.5 lb)
FamilySurgeonfish / Acanthuridae

Distribution

Habitat & AU DistributionCoastal waters, lagoons & seaward reefs amongst rocky areas with slopes & drop offs
Spotted Unicornfish Distribution

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