Acanthurus Forsskal, 1775
A single sharp and erectile antrorse spine on caudal peduncle. Teeth rather broad, fixed in jaws. Pelvic finrays I + 5. Caudal fin varying from nearly truncate to strongly lunate.
Species over 30; in Clofnam area 1.
Recent revision: Randall (1956—regional basis only).
Species of this genus in the program:
Acanthurus monroviae