20Feb
Acanthuridae (Surgeonfishes/Tangs)
Surgeonfish (Acanthuridae) live primarily of different types of algae, making it a popular choice for coral aquariums, as they help to keep the aquarium algae free. Most Surgeonfish have a scalpel by the caudal fin, used to defend themselves. It can cause some deep lacerations, so pay attention if the fish start to fight and when handling the fish. When in the aquarium, they will spend most of their time swimming around and nibbling the algae from the stones. Surgeonfish will rarely...
