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DOC PEPPER SURGEON FISH ( ACANTHURUS BAHIANUS ) |
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Family Acanthuridae |
Color/s Can change from Bluish gray to Dark brown, and pale or darken quickly, no body bars. The spine (dorsal fin) scapel-like spine that is located on each side of the body on the caudal peduncle. |
Depth 6 - 70 ft 3 - 20 m
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Size 6 - 12 inches 30 cm |
Behavior Reef dwellers. Swim in loose aggregations with Tangs and Doctorfish. Dorsal spine can be extended and used to fend off aggressive encounters |
Food Source Algae |
Reproduction |
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