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.