Caribbean Ocean Surgeonfish
NameCaribbean Ocean Surgeonfish
Scientific NameAcanthurus tractus
Common NamesCaribbean Ocean Surgeonfish, Ocean Surgeonfish, Brown Surgeonfish
FamilyAcanthuridae
OriginWestern Atlantic Ocean, Caribbean Sea, Gulf of Mexico, Florida, Brazil
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietherbivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)125
Max Size (Inches)15
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarge Angelfish, Triggerfish (non-aggressive species), Pufferfish (non-aggressive species), Groupers, Snappers, Other large, semi-aggressive fish
Description
The Caribbean Ocean Surgeonfish is a large, active marine fish known for its oval body and scalpel-like spines near the tail. It is primarily an herbivore, grazing on algae in its natural coral reef habitat. This species requires a spacious aquarium and stable water conditions to thrive.
