Species
Bluespine Unicornfish
Naso unicornis
Tier 4Eating6/10light tackleQLDWANT
0 waypoints40–60 cm (max 70 cm) typical
Overview: about bluespine unicornfish
Large tropical reef surgeonfish with a distinctive forehead horn, common on northern Australian outer reef. Caught on bait around reef edges. Watch the dangerous caudal blades.
Biology: Bluespine Unicornfish size, diet & habitat
- Habitat
- Reef
- Typical size
- 40–60 cm (max 70 cm)
- Weight
- 1–4 kg
- Depth range
- 3–80 m
- Diet
- algae
- Global range
- Indo-Pacific
How to target: Bluespine Unicornfish angling strategies
Generally fished with light tackle — match gear to the conditions and the size of fish you expect.
- small baits around reef
Safety & handling
Ciguatera risk: moderateAvoid eating large specimens from tropical reefs. Risk varies by region and individual fish — when in doubt, release.
In the same waters
- razor-sharp caudal scalpels
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