Naso unicornis

Surgeonfishes

  • Bluespine unicornfish
  • Kurznasendoktor
  • Blauwstekel eenhornvis
  • Nason à éperons bleus
  • Barbero de aguijon azul
  • Pesce unicorno blu

Distribution

  • The tropical Pacific
  • 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 80 Meters.
  • Rare species.

General behaviour of the species

  • Species generally living in a group
  • The animal is fearful of the diver

General characteristics of the species

  • Maximum size : 70 cm
  • The animal is a grazer of 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) :
    • - Aquarium enthusiasts.
    • - Fishing or commercial aquiculture for food
    • -Sport or local fishing