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Whitecheek Surgeonfish

Acanthurus nigricans

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Acanthuriformes ›Family: Acanthuridae ›Genus: Acanthurus

About

The whitecheek surgeonfish, also known as the goldenrim surgeonfish or yellow-spotted surgeonfish (Acanthurus nigricans), is a reef-associated tang found from the central Indo-Pacific area to the eastern Pacific coast, Hawaii included. It occasionally makes its way into the aquarium trade. It grows to 21.3 cm in length.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Whitecheek Surgeonfish?
The scientific name of Whitecheek Surgeonfish is Acanthurus nigricans.
What is the conservation status of Whitecheek Surgeonfish?
The Whitecheek Surgeonfish has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Whitecheek Surgeonfish belong to?
Whitecheek Surgeonfish belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Whitecheek Surgeonfish belong to?
Whitecheek Surgeonfish belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Whitecheek Surgeonfish belong to?
Whitecheek Surgeonfish belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Whitecheek Surgeonfish belong to?
Whitecheek Surgeonfish belongs to the order Acanthuriformes.
What family does Whitecheek Surgeonfish belong to?
Whitecheek Surgeonfish belongs to the family Acanthuridae.
What genus does Whitecheek Surgeonfish belong to?
Whitecheek Surgeonfish belongs to the genus Acanthurus.