Fowleri Tang

Fowleri Tang

SCIENTIFIC NAME: Acanthurus fowleri 

Overview
Reef Compatible: YES
Diet: Herbivore
Temperament: Semi-Aggressive
Origin: Eastern Asia

Acanthurus fowleri, also known as Fowler’s surgeonfish or the horseshoe surgeonfish, is a marine ray-finned fish belonging to the family Acanthuridae. These fascinating fish are commonly found in the Western Pacific Ocean. Here are some interesting facts about them:

• Size: Fowler’s surgeonfish can grow quite large, reaching a total length of around 50 centimeters. Due to their size, they require a very spacious aquarium.
• Coloration: Adult Fowler’s surgeonfish have a brown/bluish body coloration. They also feature a white band over the caudal peduncle (the narrow part of the body just before the tail) and a yellow band in their dorsal fin.
• Habitat: In their natural habitat, these surgeonfish are typically found on coral reefs and may occasionally be seen in pairs, although they are generally solitary.

If you ever have the opportunity to observe a Fowler’s surgeonfish, take note of its distinctive appearance and behavior—it’s a remarkable inhabitant of the ocean!