🐠 Ocean Surgeonfish (Acanthurus bahianus)
Marine Surgeonfish • Herbivore Grazer • Reef Safe • Active Swimmer
 
📋 The Ocean Surgeonfish (Acanthurus bahianus) is a sleek, fast-moving herbivorous tang native to the Caribbean and Western Atlantic. Its coloration ranges from silver-gray to dusky blue, often showing a soft gradient along the body with a pale caudal spine patch typical of surgeonfish.
This species is highly active and thrives in well-oxygenated reef systems with strong flow and abundant rockwork for grazing. Peaceful compared to many Indo-Pacific tangs, it can still show territorial behavior toward similar grazers.
Ideal for larger marine aquariums, the Ocean Surgeonfish provides beneficial algae control, constant motion, and a natural Caribbean aesthetic—making it an excellent option for both reef and fish-only setups.
 
💡 Highlights
✨ Caribbean Surgeonfish: Beautiful Western Atlantic species
⚪ Excellent Algae Grazer: Constant herbivorous feeding
📏 Active & Hardy: Fast swimmer that thrives in stable systems
✅ Reef Safe: Does not bother corals
🐠 Underappreciated Beauty: Sleek coloration with subtle blue hues