Australian Sawtail (Prionurus microlepidotus)
Fish in the family Acanthuridae. Expert care. Not Reef Safe.
Quick facts
Appearance
Small, elongated tang with blue-gray to brown coloration on the body and distinctive bright blue markings on the gill covers and around the eye. The tail base displays the characteristic razor-sharp sawtooth spine (caudal peduncle armor) typical of Prionurus genus.
Diet and feeding
Zooplankton, small crustaceans, fish eggs, marine algae
Difficulty and care for the Australian Sawtail
Moderate - Requires some experience due to specific dietary water or tank requirements. Best suited for intermediate aquarists.
Common health issues
Marine ich, Fin rot, Swim bladder disorder, Bacterial septicemia, Velvet disease
Origin and habitat
Indo-Pacific, from the Great Barrier Reef and Australian waters to Indonesia and the Philippines.
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