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Doctorfish Tang

Acanthurus chirurgus

Photo by The MnMs
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Field Notes

Description:

During the night these fishes are resting among the corals so is easier to get close ups from them.
You can also notice the scalpel on its side next to the tail, which is used to battle other fishes and predators.
The vertical bars are also more apparent as sexual display.

Habitat:

Bari Reef, night dive.

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