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Yellowfin surgeon

Acanthurus xanthopterus

Neptune’s rating:

57
Check Compatibility
  • Conservation StatusLeast Concern
  • DifficultyChallenging
  • HardinessModerate
  • Liters per Fish208 L
  • OriginIndo-pacific Region
  • pH8.1 - 8.4
  • PopularityModerate
  • RarityUncommon
  • Temperature22.0 - 28.0 °C
  • Territorial BehaviourModerately Territorial
  • VibrancyVibrant

Please note: These values are based on the average of various confirmed sources.

More about Yellowfin surgeon

The Yellowfin surgeon (Acanthurus xanthopterus) is characterized by its yellow fins and a blue or purple body lined with horizontal stripes. Originating from the Indo-Pacific region, this species features the distinctive retractable spine near the tail, typical of surgeonfish. It is of moderate popularity in the aquarium hobby, prized for its vibrant colors and its relatively large size compared to other aquarium fish.

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