Bulbnose unicornfish
📖 Overview
Inhabits coral reefs . Feeds on leafy or fleshy algae and zooplankton . Found singly or in small groups .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 5; Dorsal soft rays (total): 27 - 30; Anal spines: 2; Anal soft rays: 26 - 28. : fusiform / normal; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Bulbnose unicornfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; depth range 2 - 40 m . Tropical Indian Ocean: Mauritius, Seychelles and Mozambique (probably wider distribution in this part of the ocean).
🌿 Ecology
leafy or fleshy algae and zooplankton (Ref
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Bulbnose unicornfish.
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