Prionurus [Prionurus]
Description
Prionurus species are known as the sawtail surgeonfishes, distinguished by the scalpel-like spines on their caudal peduncle. They inhabit the Indo-Pacific region, grazing on algae and playing a significant role in maintaining the health of coral reefs.
Species
Yellowtail Surgeonfish [Prionurus punctatus]
View DetailsSixplate Sawtail [Prionurus laticlavius]
View DetailsRazor Surgeonfish [Prionurus scalprum]
View DetailsBlue-spotted Sawtail [Prionurus microlepidotus]
View DetailsBanded Sawtail [Prionurus chrysurus]
View DetailsStriped Surgeonfish [Prionurus maculatus]
View DetailsTaxonomy
| Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
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|---|---|
| Class |
Fish
Actinopterygii
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| Order |
Perciformes
Perciformes
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| Family |
Damselfishes
Pomacentridae
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Statistics
- Species 6