Chocolate surgeonfish
Acanthurus pyroferus
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Saltwater
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 29,0 cm |
| Tiefenbereich | 0-60m |
Habitat & Distribution
Coral reefs
Wassertyp
Saltwater
Tiefenbereich
0-60m
Taxonomy
| Ordnung | Perciformes (Perch-like fishes) |
| Familie | Acanthuridae (Surgeonfishes & Tangs) |
| Arten | Acanthurus pyroferus |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
How big does Chocolate surgeonfish get?
Chocolate surgeonfish can grow up to 29.0 cm long.
Where is Chocolate surgeonfish found?
Coral reefs
What family does Chocolate surgeonfish belong to?
Chocolate surgeonfish (Acanthurus pyroferus) belongs to the family Acanthuridae (Surgeonfishes & Tangs) in the order Perciformes (Perch-like fishes).
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