Image Bank - Fishes
Moorish Idol
Reference |
IB2611 |
Category |
Fishes |
Family Name |
Moorish Idol - ZANCLIDAE |
Common Name |
Moorish Idol |
Scientific Name |
Zanclus cornutus |
Artist Name |
Roger Swainston |
Notes |
The Moorish Idol is found in tropical waters in the Indo-Pacific region. The Moorish Idol is usually found in small groups over coral and rocky reefs, from shallow water down to about 180 m. It reaches a maximum length of about 25 cm. Source : Swainston’s Fishes of Australia |