Blue-spotted bristletooth
Ctenochaetus marginatus
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Blue-spotted bristletooth (Ctenochaetus marginatus) is a marine fish of the family Acanthuridae (Surgeonfishes & Tangs), in the order Perciformes. Maximum recorded length is 27 cm, with a maximum published weight of 0.4 kg. Its recorded depth range is 2–18 m. Recorded habitats include coral reefs.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 27.0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 0.41 kg |
| Depth Range | 2-18m |
Habitat & Distribution
Coral reefs
Taxonomy
| Order | Perciformes (Perch-like fishes) |
| Family | Acanthuridae (Surgeonfishes & Tangs) |
| Species | Ctenochaetus marginatus |
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