Indian Ocean mimic surgeonfish
📖 Overview
Occurs in shallow lagoon and seaward reefs, in areas of mixed coral, rock or sand. Juveniles mimic the cryptic Centropyge eibli .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 8; Dorsal soft rays (total): 23 - 33; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 22 - 29. Margin of caudal fin narrow and white. No orange area behind gill opening and extending ventrally behind base of pectoral fins (juveniles mimic the angelfish Centropyge eibli) (Ref 9808). : short and / or deep.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Indian Ocean mimic surgeonfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Indian Ocean mimic surgeonfish is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Indian Ocean mimic surgeonfish is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; depth range 2 - 30 m . Tropical; 24°N - 9°S, 71°E - 116°E west to Maldives and Chagos Archipelago, and east to islands of southern Indonesia at least to Bali.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🍽️ Edibility & Flavour
"Acanthurus Tristis is an edible species."
- Clear, bright eyes — cloudy eyes indicate age
- Firm flesh that springs back when pressed
- Fresh ocean smell, never strong or ammonia-like
- Bright red or pink gills, not grey or brown
- Shiny, moist skin with scales tightly attached
- Cloudy or sunken eyes
- Strong fishy or ammonia odour
- Soft, mushy flesh that doesn't spring back
- Discoloured or dry flesh
⚡ Nutrition
Per 100g cooked - Source: USDA FoodData Central
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Protein | 18.1 g |
| Omega-3 (total) | 104 mg |
🔬 Mercury Safety
Mercury data for Indian Ocean mimic surgeonfish has not yet been assigned. Please consult FDA/EPA guidance for general seafood safety advice.
🌿 Sustainability
🔍 Similar Species
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