Acanthurus lineatus

Surgeonfishes

  • Lined surgeonfish
  • Blaustreifen-Doktorfisch
  • Chirurgien clown

Distribution

  • The tropical Pacific
  • 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.
  • Common species.

General behaviour of the species

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

General characteristics of the species

  • Maximum size : 38 cm
  • The animal is a grazer of algae.
  • Diet : Algae

Relationship with humans

  • The spines of the animal can be dangerous
  • The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest
  • The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
    • - Fishing or commercial aquiculture for food
    • -Sport or local fishing