Bignose unicornfish

Naso vlamingii

Class:

Ray-finned fishes (Lat. Actinopterygii)
Order:

Perch-likes (Lat. Perciformes)
Family:

Surgeonfishes (Lat. Acanthuridae)
Maximum size:

60 cm TL
Habitat:

Reef-associated; depth range 1–50 m.
Climate:

Tropical; 30°N–30°S, 30°E–89°W
Distribution:

Indo-pan-Pacific: East Africa, north to southern Japan, south to the southern Great Barrier Reef and New Caledonia.
Biology:

Occurs in deep lagoon and seaward reefs. Usually found alone or in pairs. Forms mid-water aggregations off steep slopes during the day to feed on zooplankton. Has the ability to show or hide its blue markings.