Humpback Unicornfish (Naso brachycentron)
Fish in the family Acanthuridae. Expert care. Not Reef Safe.
Quick facts
Appearance
Blue-gray body with a characteristic horn-like protuberance on the forehead that becomes more pronounced with age. Dark spots cover the body, and the caudal fin displays yellow and orange coloration. Adults develop a humped profile, especially males.
Diet and feeding
Feed high-quality marine algae, nori, spirulina, and algae-based pellets 2-3 times daily. Supplement with occasional meaty foods like mysis shrimp. Provide plenty of live rock and macroalgae for natural grazing.
Difficulty and care for the Humpback Unicornfish
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 Disease, Columnaris, Hole-in-the-head disease
Origin and habitat
Indo-Pacific from the Red Sea to Hawaii, including the Great Barrier Reef and surrounding coral reef regions.
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