Acanthurus thompsoni — Overview

Thompson's Surgeonfish learn more about names for this taxon

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Biology

This occasionally schooling species occurs in steep outer reef slopes and drop-offs (Ref. 1602, 48637). Benthopelagic over coral and sand (Ref. 58302). Feeds on zooplankton, particularly large gelatinous forms, and on fish eggs and crustaceans (Ref. 1920).

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