Jon Chamberlain - Photographer and Web Designer

Surgeon Fish

This picture was taken in the Similian Islands, Thailand in 2007. Powder blue surgeon fish (Acanthurus leucosternon) are very common but their stunning colouration always catches your eye.

Cuts like a knife

The scientific name of the family of surgeon fish comes from Greek words akantha and oura, translating to thorn and tail, refering to the distinguishing knife or scalpel like protrusion on the side of its tail (caudal peduncle).

NAUI 2008 Calendar

This surgeon fish image has been included in the 2008 NAUI promotional calendar.
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