Chocolate Surgeonfish Acanthurus pyroferus
Juveniles of this species mimic either the Lemonpeel or Halfblack Angelfish and is also named the Mimic Surgeonfish. The more palatable surgeonfish thus resembles the spiny and less-appetizing angelfish. As it grows larger than the angelfish model, it begins to develop adult coloration. Only moderately aggressive, but keep just one specimen per tank. Browses on filamentous microalgae and small fleshy macroalgae. If underfed, an occasional individual may nip at large-polyped stony corals.
Feed a varied diet including vegetable matter such as dried and frozen herbivore foods that contain marine algae and Spirulina.
Size: 9.8 inches
Area of Collection: Indo-Pacific
Reef Suitability: Good
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