Acanthurus sohal

Surgeonfishes

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  • Solal surgeonfish
  • Arabisher Doktorfish
  • Rode Zee dokters-vis
  • Chirurgien zébré
  • Pez cirujano de Arabia
  • Pesce chirurgo zebrato

Distribution

  • The Red Sea
  • The Indian Ocean

Environment and movement of the diurnal species

  • The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
  • The species is generally seen moving in its environment.
  • The species can be found between 0 and 20 Meters.
  • Uncommon Species
  • Endemic species.

General behaviour of the species

  • The species is territorial
  • Species generally solitary
  • The animal is aggressive and may attack

General characteristics of the species

  • Maximum size : 40 cm
  • Maximum age known : 20 year(s)
  • The animal is a grazer of algae.
  • Diet : Algae

Relationship with humans

  • The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest
  • The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
    • - Aquarium enthusiasts.