Humpback Unicornfish [Naso brachycentron]
Description
The Humpback Unicornfish is found in the Pacific Ocean. They inhabit outer reefs and are known for their humpbacked appearance and a long, sharp horn-like extension on the forehead in adult males. They are herbivores that primarily feed on algae.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Fish
Actinopterygii
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| Order |
Perciformes
Perciformes
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| Family |
Surgeonfishes
Acanthuridae
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| Genus |
Unicornfishes
Naso
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