Humpnose unicornfish
📖 Overview
Humpnose unicornfish (Naso tuberosus), first described by Lacepède, 1801 is a large fish in the family Acanthuridae (order Acanthuriformes). Adults typically reach 60.00 cm in maximum length. Reported lifespan reaches approximately 25 years. It inhabits marine coastal and open-ocean environments. It occurs in Tropical waters. It feeds primarily on plankton, plant material, and detritus. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Data Deficient.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 5; Dorsal soft rays (total): 26 - 29; Anal spines: 2; Anal soft rays: 26 - 28. Small blackish spots usually present, at least dorsoanteriorly on body. Adults with a large bulbous protuberance at front of snout (Ref 9808).: fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Humpnose unicornfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; brackish; reef-associated. Tropical Central Pacific: Guam (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acanthurus nasus | Shaw | 1803 | Synonym |
| Cyphomycter tuberosus | Lacepede | 1802 | Homotypic |
| Naseus tuber | Commerson | 1829 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Humpnose unicornfish.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 2 records indexed .
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