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The name "surgeonfish" is derived from the razor sharp spines (scalpels) at the base of their bodies, just in front of the tail fin.
These are very sharp, so care should be exercised if they are aquarium fish.
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When was Ocean Surgeonfish created?
Ocean Surgeonfish was created in 1855.
What class are surgeonfish?
Surgeonfish are tropical marine fishes of the family Acanthuridae of the classActinopterygii.
What does surgeonfish eat?
A Surgeonfish's diet mainly consists of seaweed and other small fishes.
Why are surgeonfish called surgeonfish?
Because they have spikes near the tail, which should be avoided if they are aquarium fish.
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What is a surgeonfish?
The surgeonfish (sometimes called surgeon fish) are members of the Acanthuridae family, which contains tangs, unicornfish, and doctorfish.The name "surgeonfish" is derived from the razor sharp spines (scalpels) at the base of their bodies, just in front of the tail fin. These are very sharp!
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why cant nobody answer the question
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