Whitecheek surgeonfish
Acanthurus nigricans
Family : Acanthuridae
Black surgeonfish with a distinctive white cheek patch. Active and requires a large aquarium.
Description
Acanthurus nigricans is a surgeonfish with an oval, laterally compressed body, dark brown to black, with a large white patch on the cheek and a white band at the base of the tail. It has a sharp caudal spine on each side of the caudal peduncle. In the aquarium, it is active and needs plenty of swimming space. It is a herbivore that grazes on algae on rocks and decor. It can become territorial with other surgeonfish.
Habitat
Region :
Coral reefs and clear lagoons
Distribution :
Recommended parameters
Care
Care notes
Tank of at least 500 liters with good filtration and strong water movement. Live rock for grazing. Diet rich in algae (nori, spirulina) and vegetable supplements. Caution with caudal spines during handling.
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