thompson's surgeonfish
| Scientific name | Acanthurus thompsoni |
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| Descriptor | Fowler |
| Year of description | 1923 |
| IUCN category (World) | LC |
| Family | Acanthuridae |
| Genus | Acanthurus |
Introduction
Acanthurus thompsoni, commonly known as thompson's surgeonfish, is a salt water fish.
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Who is it?
Morphology
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Type
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Average size25 cm
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Maximum size27 cm
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ShapeOvoid
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Type
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Average size25 cm
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Maximum size27 cm
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ShapeOvoid
How to recognize the thompson's surgeonfish ?
The thompson's surgeonfish measures between 25 and 27 cm. This fish is bicolore with a predominantly noir and blanc body.
Behaviour & Life cycle
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dietalgae-eating
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Sociabilityliving in a group or alone
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territorialYes
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Way of livingdiurnal
The thompson's surgeonfish is a fish living in a group or alone naturally found near the bottom. This species is algae-eating .
The thompson's 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
The thompson's surgeonfish is a fish ovipare.
Harmless species
This species does not represent any particular threats to humans when encountered in its natural environment.
Where to find it?
Conservation status of populations (IUCN)
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What is its habitat?
Natural environment characteristics
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Temperature25 - 29 °C
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Depth0 - 119 m
Biotope presentation
The thompson's surgeonfish is most often found at a depth between 0m and 119m. However, it is not impossible to find this species at other depths.
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