SOHAL SURGEONFISH

Acanthurus sohal


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SOHAL SURGEONFISH

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A common species found in seaward edges of reefs exposed to surge (Ref. 9710). Aggressive and territorial (Ref. 9710). Feeds on various kinds of algae, mainly Sargassum, and fine filamentous green algae. Caught with nets (Ref. 30573).