Moorish Idol (Zanclus cornutus)

Moorish Idol, a reference photo — Photo: Diego Delso · CC BY-SA 4.0 (licence)

The Moorish idol (Zanclus cornutus) is a species of marine ray-finned fish belonging to the family Zanclidae. It is the only member of the monospecific genus Zanclus and the only extant species within the Zanclidae. This species is found on reefs in the Indo-Pacific region.

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Is it venomous or poisonous?

We have no record of Moorish Idol being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.

Classification

Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Chordata
Class: Actinopterygii
Order: Acanthuriformes
Family: Zanclidae
Genus: Zanclus
Species: Zanclus cornutus

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