Florent's Guide To The
Tropical Reefs
Yellowtail Surgeonfish
Prionurus punctatus
Location: Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
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Scientific Name:
Prionurus punctatus
Category:
Surgeonfishes
Size:
Up to 16 in. (40 cm)
Depth:
1-100 ft. (0-30 m)
Distribution:
Gulf of California, Pacific Coast of Mexico
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