Acanthurus Maculiceps (Spotted surgeon)

Adult size40 cm
Temperature25 - 28 °C
pH7.5 - 8.2
Minimum aquarium capacity (in liters)800 L

Description

Rare surgeon whose color is extremely variable. Juvenile it is white sand and when it exceeds 20cm it is adorned with very different colors for each individual, its body can be black, brown, brown and even yellow and the color of its peas on the face also varies, it also has a Vertical line behind its scalpel of the same color as its peas.

Acanthurus Maculiceps fish is a salt water fish native to warm and shallow waters of the peaceful and Indian oceans. It is a fish from the Acanthuridae family, known as fish-growing fish due to the sharp blade they have on each side of their tail.

Acanthurus Maculiceps fish is a medium -sized fish, generally measuring between 20 and 25 centimeters in length. It has an elongated and laterally compressed body, with a well -developed dorsal fin and a caudal fin in the shape of a mermaid tail. Its color varies from gray to dark blue, with black spots dispersed on its body and fins.

Acanthurus Maculiceps fish is a gregarious fish that feeds mainly on plankton, microorganisms and algae. He is often seen in a group in coral reefs, where he feeds and protects himself from predators. Acanthurus Maculiceps fish is also known for its ability to use its sharp blade to defend itself against predators and to clean the parasites of other fish.

Acanthurus Maculiceps fish is a popular fish with aquarium enthusiasts because of its beautiful color and its gregarious personality. However, it can be difficult to keep in captivity because of its specific food needs and its aggressive behavior towards other fish. It is important to provide an aquarium of sufficient size and maintain stable water conditions to guarantee the health of the acanthurus maculiceps fish.

Origin

  • FamilyAcanthuridae
  • OriginIndonesia, southern Australia, Philippines

Characteristics

  • Adult size40 cm
  • BehaviourAggressive
  • FoodOmnivorous

Water parameters

  • Water typeSeawater, hot
  • Temperature25 - 28 °C
  • pH7.5 - 8.2
  • Minimum aquarium capacity (in liters)800 L

Explore around this species