
02/08/2025
Interesting Facts about Surgeonfishes
One of the most colourful and conspicuous of all reef fish families is named for the unique 'scalpel-like' spines (like surgeon's knives) seen at the base of the tail (caudal peduncle).
This section contains information about 86 species of surgeonfishes (Acanthuridae), such as where they live, what they eat, and how they reproduce.
https://www.private-scuba.com/sea-life/marine/vertebrates/surgeonfishes/index.html