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Striated surgeonfish

Distribution : Red Sea, Indian Ocean and tropical Pacific.

On reef surfaces, the striated surgeonfish helps move a largely inconspicuous organic resource through the ecosystem. It occurs mainly in the upper thirty metres, with records to 60 metres.

Habitat of Striated surgeonfish Habitat
Rocky habitat
Depth range of Striated surgeonfish Depth
0-60 m
Biological group of Striated surgeonfish Group
Ecological role of Striated surgeonfish Role
Herbivore

WHAT DOES IT LOOK LIKE?

A pointed snout, fine horizontal lines on an olive-brown body and high dorsal and anal fins identify this surgeonfish. A typical length is about 18 cm, with a maximum of 26 cm.

WHERE DOES IT LIVE?

It inhabits coral reefs, rocky surfaces and rubble in lagoons and on outer slopes. It occurs mainly in the upper thirty metres, although records extend to 60 m.

WHAT DOES IT EAT?

Flexible teeth collect a mixed film of microalgae, organic detritus and small organisms. Its diet should not be described simply as browsing large algae. The giant moray is a documented predator.

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