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

KevinSun1485, Fishbrain Pro angler since 2022

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Water type

Saltwater

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Traumatogenic

Source: Fishbase

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