Bicolour Parrotfish
Cetoscarus bicolor
- Group: Parrotfish
- Typical depth: 1 to 30 m
- Max size: 50 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A reef parrotfish that grazes algae from coral and rock, the adult and juvenile wear such different colours that they were once thought to be separate species. It reaches about half a metre and is taken with nets and other artisanal gear.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Labridae › Cetoscarus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 219078.
FAQ
- How deep does the Bicolour Parrotfish live?
- The Bicolour Parrotfish (Cetoscarus bicolor) is typically found at 1 to 30 m.
- Is the Bicolour Parrotfish dangerous to divers?
- The Bicolour Parrotfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Bicolour Parrotfish get?
- The Bicolour Parrotfish grows to about 50 cm.