Zanclus [Zanclus]
Description
Zanclus is the distinctive bannerfish, famous for its bold black-and-white stripes and a tall, fan-like dorsal fin. Divers frequently spot it gliding close to reef edges or pausing in clear water as it searches for food, making it one of the most striking fish on many dives.
Species
Moorish Idol
Zanclus cornutus
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Fish, Sharks & Rays (plus Sea Turtles & Whales)
Chordata
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Teleosts (Bony Fishes)
Teleostei
|
| Order |
Surgeonfish & Tang-like fish
Acanthuriformes
|
| Family |
Moorish Idol
Zanclidae
|
Statistics
- Species 1