five-band surgeonfish
| Scientific name | Acanthurus tractus |
|---|---|
| Descriptor | Poey |
| Year of description | 1860 |
| IUCN category | LC |
| Family | Acanthuridae |
| Genus | Acanthurus |
Introduction
Acanthurus tractus, commonly known as five-band surgeonfish, is a salt water fish.
Who is it?
Morphology
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Average size20 cm
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Maximum size38 cm
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Longevity31 year
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ShapeOvoid
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Average size20 cm
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Maximum size38 cm
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Longevity31 year
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ShapeOvoid
How to recognize the five-band surgeonfish ?
The five-band surgeonfish measures between 20 and 38 cm. This fish is unicolore with a predominantly gris body.
Behaviour & Life cycle
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dietomnivorous with herbivorous tendency
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Sociabilityliving in small groups
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territorialYes
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Way of livingdiurnal
The five-band surgeonfish is a fish living in small groups naturally found near the bottom. The members of each group are organized around a well established hierarchy. This species is omnivorous with herbivorous tendency .
The five-band surgeonfish is a territorial animal that does not tolerate any incursions into its living area. It is particularly virulent against other territorial species and it can provoke heated fights. Relationships between conspecifics are also hectic, with each seeking to secure its place. Parrying or even sustained fighting can occur between dominant males.
Reproduction
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Reproductionovipare qui pond en eau libre
The five-band surgeonfish is a fish ovipare qui pond en eau libre.
Harmless species
This species does not represent any particular threats to humans when encountered in its natural environment.
Where to find it?
What is its habitat?
Natural environment characteristics
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Temperature23 - 27 °C
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Depth2 - 45 m
Biotope presentation
The five-band surgeonfish is most often found at a depth between 2m and 45m. However, it is not impossible to find this species at other depths.
Fishkeeping
Not recommended
We do not recommend keeping this species in an aquarium. It has unpredictable needs which, if not met, generate significant stress, potentially leading to a shorter life expectancy, an interruption of its growth or the development of pathogens.
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