Family: |
Acanthuridae (Surgeonfishes, tangs, unicornfishes), subfamily: Acanthurinae |
Max. size: |
18 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
Environment: |
reef-associated; marine; depth range 1 - 20 m |
Distribution: |
Western Atlantic: Florida (from Miami to Keys) and northeastern Gulf of Mexico in USA. |
Diagnosis: |
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Biology: |
Inhabits coral reefs and inshore grassy and rocky areas. Forms schools. Mainly herbivorous. Depth range assumed (RF). |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. (130435)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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