The Ocean surgeonfish is a vibrant marine fish found in the warm waters of the western Atlantic. It typically measures 6-10 inches and weighs around 1-2 pounds. Characterized by its oval shape and scalpel-like spine on the tail, it grazes on algae. These social fish often form schools, contributing to the health of coral reefs. This summary is AI generated
Water type
IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Ocean surgeonfish
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Ocean surgeonfish
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Ocean surgeonfish
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