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Blue razorfish

Iniistius pavo

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Fun Facts

Blue razorfish can swim up to 328 feet (100 meters) deep.

Species Type:

Fishes

Common Name(s):

Blue razorfish

Size:

These fish grow up to 16 inches (41 centimeters) long.

Diet:

Blue razorfish eat shrimp, crabs, worms and bivalves like scallops and clams.

Range & Habitat:

In the Indo-Pacific Ocean, blue razorfish inhabit coral reef communities, sandy and rocky bottom areas.

Details:

Blue razorfish have rounded, blunt faces and strong jaws for crushing shelled prey. At the top of their head, they have a spine extending away from their body. These razorfish have yellow-brown striping along their white bodies with highlights of blue along their face, dorsal fin and tail.