Surgeonfish are grazers armed with a scalpel-sharp spine near the tail, hence the name.
How to recognize it
Oval, often blue or brown fish that graze algae; note the small blade at the base of the tail.
Where and when to see it
In Isla Fuerte divers regularly spot it at El museo. Explore every site on our interactive dive map.
Dive with respect
We practice good buoyancy and never touch or chase marine life. Watching an animal behave naturally is the whole point, and it keeps the reef of Isla Fuerte alive for the next diver.
