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Achilles tang

Achilles tang

Acanthurus achilles

Not Evaluated Saltwater
Panjang Maks.
24,0 cm
Kedalaman
0-10m
Famili

Overview

Achilles tang (Acanthurus achilles) is a marine fish of the family Acanthuridae (Surgeonfishes & Tangs), in the order Perciformes. Maximum recorded length is 24 cm. Its recorded depth range is 0–10 m. Recorded habitats include coral reefs.

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Tentang

Acanthurus achilles is a saltwater surgeonfish reaching about 24 cm, found in the tropical Pacific Ocean. It is recognized by its striking black body with a bright orange-red teardrop marking near the caudal spine, and grazes on algae in coral reef environments.

Physical Description

Measurement Value
Maximum Length 24,0 cm
Kedalaman 0-10m

Habitat & Distribution

Coral reefs

Jenis Air
Saltwater
Kedalaman
0-10m

Taxonomy

Ordo Perciformes (Perch-like fishes)
Famili Acanthuridae (Surgeonfishes & Tangs)
Spesies Acanthurus achilles

Pertanyaan yang Sering Diajukan

How big does Achilles tang get?
Achilles tang can grow up to 24.0 cm long.
Where is Achilles tang found?
Coral reefs
What family does Achilles tang belong to?
Achilles tang (Acanthurus achilles) belongs to the family Acanthuridae (Surgeonfishes & Tangs) in the order Perciformes (Perch-like fishes).

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