Where Does Orangespine Unicornfish Live?

Orangespine Unicornfish lives in specific habitats. Knowing where to look helps you find and identify it.

Where to find Orangespine Unicornfish

Water type

saltwater

Depth

Typically found in depths ranging from 1 to 90 meters (3 to 295 feet), most commonly in shallower reef environments.

Environment

Associated with coral reefs, often found in clear, current-swept outer reef slopes, channels, and lagoons. They prefer areas with abundant algal growth for grazing and rocky crevices for shelter.

Geographic range

Widespread Indo-Pacific distribution. From the Red Sea and East Africa across the Indian Ocean to the central Pacific, including Hawaii, French Polynesia, and the Pitcairn Islands. North to southern Japan and south to Lord Howe Island.

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