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Doctorfish

Acanthurus chirurgus

CommonFish
Illustration of Doctorfish (Acanthurus chirurgus)

The Doctorfish is a vibrant blue and yellow fish known for its distinctive scalpel-like tail spines. A memorable fact is that it plays a crucial role in maintaining coral reef health by grazing on algae.

Habitat
Found in shallow coral reefs and rocky areas.
Diet
Primarily herbivorous, feeding on algae and seaweed.
How common
Common

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