Orangespine unicornfish
Naso liturgatus
PezMarinosurgeonfish
Surgeonfish with a frontal horn and bright orange spines. Requires a very large aquarium.
Estado IUCN
LC
Preocupación menor
Descripción
Naso liturgatus is a large surgeonfish recognizable by its frontal protuberance (horn) and two bright orange spines on the caudal peduncle. Juveniles are duller in color. It is a herbivore feeding mainly on algae. In the aquarium, it is active and needs ample swimming space. It can be kept with other robust fish but may become aggressive towards conspecifics.
Hábitat
Región :
Coral reefs and outer reef slopes
Distribución :
Parámetros recomendados
Temperatura24–28 °C
pH8.1–8.4
GH8–12 °dGH
KH8–12 °dKH
NO₃
≤ 20 mg/L
PO₄
≤ 0.1 mg/L
Cuidado
Dificultad
4/5
Dieta
Herbívoro
Tanque mín.
800 L
Grupo mín.
1
Tamaño adulto
45 cm
Esperanza de vida
15 años
Temperamento
Semiagresivo
Propagación
Notas de cuidado
Tank of at least 800 liters, with strong current and powerful filtration. Diet based on algae (nori, spirulina) and fresh vegetables. Provide hiding spots and large swimming space. Handle with care due to spines.