Reeflings
Genus

Common name: Unicornfish

Scientific name: Naso

The genus Naso includes several species of unicornfish, known for their distinctive horn-like protrusions on the forehead of some species. These tangs are popular in the reefkeeping hobby for their unique appearance and active swimming behavior. They are generally peaceful but can grow quite large, making them suitable for spacious aquariums. They are herbivorous, feeding primarily on algae, and can help control algae growth in a reef tank.

  1. The Whitemargin Unicornfish (Naso annulatus) is white in color with a seal on the head in the form of a horn
    Common name: Whitemargin Unicornfish
    Scientific name: Naso annulatus
  2. Humpback Unicornfish (Naso brachycentron)
    Common name: Humpback Unicornfish
    Scientific name: Naso brachycentron
  3. Spotted Unicornfish swimming in the aquarium
    Common name: Spotted Unicornfish
    Scientific name: Naso brevirostris
  4. Orange-spine Unicornfish (Naso elegans) in the Red Sea, Egypt
    Common name: Elegant Unicornfish
    Scientific name: Naso elegans
  5. A Sleek Unicornfish (Naso hexacanthus) in the Red Sea, Egypt
    Common name: Sleek Unicornfish
    Scientific name: Naso hexacanthus
  6. Orangespine Unicornfish (Naso lituratus) is found in the Indian and Pacific Ocean
    Common name: Orangespine Unicornfish
    Scientific name: Naso lituratus
  7. Common name: Elongate Unicornfish
    Scientific name: Naso lopezi
  8. Common name: Oneknife Unicornfish
    Scientific name: Naso thynnoides
  9. A unique horned fish, the Bluespine Unicornfish (Naso unicornis)
    Common name: Bluespine Unicornfish
    Scientific name: Naso unicornis
  10. Bignose Unicornfish (Naso vlamingii) couple close up
    Common name: Bignose Unicornfish
    Scientific name: Naso vlamingii