Elegant unicornfish
Naso elegans
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Saltwater
Overview
Elegant unicornfish (Naso elegans) is a marine fish of the family Acanthuridae (Surgeonfishes & Tangs), in the order Perciformes. Maximum recorded length is 45 cm. Its recorded depth range is 5–30 m. Recorded habitats include coral reefs.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 45.0 cm |
| 서식 수심 | 5-30m |
Habitat & Distribution
Coral reefs
수질 유형
Saltwater
서식 수심
5-30m
Taxonomy
| 목(目) | Perciformes (Perch-like fishes) |
| 과(科) | Acanthuridae (Surgeonfishes & Tangs) |
| 종 | Naso elegans |
자주 묻는 질문
How big does Elegant unicornfish get?
Elegant unicornfish can grow up to 45.0 cm long.
Where is Elegant unicornfish found?
Coral reefs
What family does Elegant unicornfish belong to?
Elegant unicornfish (Naso elegans) belongs to the family Acanthuridae (Surgeonfishes & Tangs) in the order Perciformes (Perch-like fishes).
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