Zebrasoma desjardinii

Surgeonfishes

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  • Sailfin tang
  • Indischer Segelflossen-Doktor
  • Chirurgien-voile indien
  • Navajón aleta de vela
  • Pesce chirurgo tigrato

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 1 and 30 Meters.
  • Common species.

General behaviour of the species

  • Species generally living in a couple
  • The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard

General characteristics of the species

  • Maximum size : 40 cm
  • Maximum age known : 15 year(s)
  • The animal is a grazer of algae.
  • The animal can show variable colouring

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.
    • - Fishing or commercial aquiculture for food
The species can be confused with other species of similar appearance!