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Moorish Idol

Zanclus cornutus

Photo by glbnoah109
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Field Notes

Description:

Fish is approximately 7 inches long. It has prominant black banding on on a white body. The tail fin has a dark colored band. It has a long extension on the dorsal fin.

Habitat:

Intertidal area, moderate to heavy wave action.

Notes:

Identification confirmed by a local dive master.

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PublishedJanuary 20, 2016

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