Razor Surgeonfish (Prionurus laticlavius)
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Razor Surgeonfish
Prionurus laticlavius
265 Litres (70 US G.)
53.3-58.4cm (21-23 ")
8.1 - 8.4
18.3-25.6°C (65 -78 °F)
8-12 °d
1:1 M:F
15-20 years
Family
Acanthuridae
Contents
Additional names
- Razor Sawtail, Yellowtail Surgeonfish
Origin[edit | edit source]
- From south-west Gulf of California to Ecuador, including the Galapagos Islands
Sexing[edit | edit source]
No sexual dimorphism; examine underside
Tank compatibility[edit | edit source]
- Peaceful
Diet[edit | edit source]
- Herbivorous; grazes from benthic macroalgae to benthic microalgae
Feeding regime[edit | edit source]
- Daily
Environment specifics[edit | edit source]
Reef tank will do; found from subtropical to tropical waters
Behaviour[edit | edit source]
- Peaceful
Identification[edit | edit source]
- Grey body with 3 spots on caudal peduncle; not as spotted as its relative the Yellowtail Surgeonfish
