Razor surgeonfish
Prionurus laticlavius
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Saltwater
Overview
Razor surgeonfish (Prionurus laticlavius) is a marine fish of the family Acanthuridae (Surgeonfishes & Tangs), in the order Perciformes. Maximum recorded length is 60 cm. Its recorded depth range is 3–30 m. Recorded habitats include demersal, coral reefs.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 60,0 cm |
| نطاق العمق | 3-30m |
Habitat & Distribution
Demersal, coral reefs
نوع الماء
Saltwater
نطاق العمق
3-30m
Taxonomy
| الرتبة | Perciformes (Perch-like fishes) |
| الفصيلة | Acanthuridae (Surgeonfishes & Tangs) |
| الأنواع | Prionurus laticlavius |
الأسئلة الشائعة
How big does Razor surgeonfish get?
Razor surgeonfish can grow up to 60.0 cm long.
Where is Razor surgeonfish found?
Demersal, coral reefs
What family does Razor surgeonfish belong to?
Razor surgeonfish (Prionurus laticlavius) belongs to the family Acanthuridae (Surgeonfishes & Tangs) in the order Perciformes (Perch-like fishes).
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