Candelamoa Parrotfish
Hipposcarus harid
- Group: Parrotfish
- Typical depth: 1 to 25 m
- Max size: 75 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A parrotfish of coastal reefs and reef flats, it grazes algae from the bottom and grows to around 75 centimetres. Groups form around a single terminal phase individual surrounded by many in the initial phase, and it is mostly sold fresh.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Labridae › Hipposcarus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 219090.
FAQ
- How deep does the Candelamoa Parrotfish live?
- The Candelamoa Parrotfish (Hipposcarus harid) is typically found at 1 to 25 m.
- Is the Candelamoa Parrotfish dangerous to divers?
- The Candelamoa Parrotfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Candelamoa Parrotfish get?
- The Candelamoa Parrotfish grows to about 75 cm.