Fishing for Doctorfish

Acanthurus chirurgus
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The Doctorfish is a marine fish known for its oval-shaped body and distinctive scalpel-like spines near the tail. Typically reaching 10-12 inches in length and weighing around 1-2 pounds, it inhabits coral reefs and rocky coastlines. This herbivorous species primarily grazes on algae, displaying social behavior by forming schools for feeding and protection. This summary is AI generated

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Water type

Saltwater

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Traumatogenic

Source: Fishbase

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