https://cdn.fishfyi.com/og/fish/black-barred-surgeonfish.png

Black-barred surgeonfish

Acanthurus nigricauda

Not Evaluated Saltwater
Max Length
45.29999923706055 cm
Max Weight
2.74 kg
Depth Range
0-30m
Family

Physical Description

Measurement Value
Maximum Length 45.29999923706055 cm
Maximum Weight 2.74 kg
Depth Range 0-30m

Habitat & Distribution

Coral reefs

Water Type
Saltwater
Depth Range
0-30m
{# Distribution Map — SVG world map highlighting countries where the fish is found. Expects: distribution_country_codes (JSON array of ISO alpha-2 codes) #}

Taxonomy

Order Perciformes (Perch-like fishes)
Family Acanthuridae (Surgeonfishes & Tangs)
Species Acanthurus nigricauda

Frequently Asked Questions

How big does Black-barred surgeonfish get?
Black-barred surgeonfish can grow up to 45.29999923706055 cm long and weigh 2.74 kg.
Where is Black-barred surgeonfish found?
Coral reefs
What family does Black-barred surgeonfish belong to?
Black-barred surgeonfish (Acanthurus nigricauda) belongs to the family Acanthuridae (Surgeonfishes & Tangs) in the order Perciformes (Perch-like fishes).

Similar Fish

Other species in the Acanthuridae family

External Databases

Explore More

Fish Rankings

Discover the largest, heaviest, and most exciting fish species

Nature FYI Family

Explore more wildlife and biodiversity encyclopedias