Coral Reef Species

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noun Acanthuridae is a noun that refers to a family of fish commonly known as surgeonfish or tangs. They are characterized by their scalpel-like spines near their tails.

  • The Acanthuridae family, also known as surgeonfishes, is a group of marine fish characterized by their scalpel-like spines.
  • Did you know that Acanthuridae are also called surgeonfishes because of their sharp spines?
  • I saw a cool Acanthuridae fish while snorkeling - it had a sharp spine like a surgeon's scalpel!
  • The Acanthuridae family is like a team of skilled surgeons in the ocean, using their sharp spines for protection.