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About Thompson's Surgeonfish
Thompson's Surgeonfish is a sleek, compressed tang with predominantly dark gray to brownish coloration on the body. It features bright yellow pectoral fins and a distinctive yellow stripe along the lateral line. The species has the characteristic scalpel-like spine near the tail base typical of Acanthuridae, though it is relatively inert in peaceful conditions.
Key facts
- Family
- Acanthuridae
- Water Parameters
- Temperature: 72-78°F pH: 8.1-8.3 Salinity: 1.023-1.025
- Aka
- Thompson'S Surgeonfish
- Min tank size
- 120 gallons
- Appearance
- Thompson's Surgeonfish is a sleek, compressed tang with predominantly dark gray to brownish coloration on the body. It features bright yellow pectoral fins and a distinctive yellow stripe along the lateral line. The species has the characteristic scalpel-like spine near the tail base typical of Acanthuridae, though it is relatively inert in peaceful conditions.
- Feeding Schedule
- 2-3 times daily
- Max Size
- 11
- Common Health Issues
- Marine ich (white spot disease), fin rot, parasitic infections, nutritional deficiencies if insufficient vegetable matter provided.
- Origin
- Indo-Pacific region, ranging from the Red Sea and East Africa through the Indian Ocean to the western and central Pacific Ocean, including the Hawaiian Islands and Great Barrier Reef.
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Care Requirements
- • Minimum 125-gallon aquarium; prefers 180+ gallons for adults • Stable water: pH 8.1-8.3, SG 1.023-1.025, temp 72-78°F • Strong water flow and excellent filtration required • Plenty of rockwork with algae growth for grazing • Herbivorous; feed quality seaweed/macroalgae daily, supplement with spirulina
- Care Level
- Moderate
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