Tricolour Parrotfish
Scarus tricolor
- Group: Parrotfish
- Typical depth: 2–25 m
- Max size: 52.7 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
This parrotfish scrapes algae from dense coral growth in lagoons and on seaward reefs down to about 30 metres, reaching roughly 53 centimetres. It usually feeds alone, sometimes in small groups, working its fused beak across the bottom.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Labridae › Scarus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 219098.
FAQ
- How deep does the Tricolour Parrotfish live?
- The Tricolour Parrotfish (Scarus tricolor) is typically found at 2–25 m.
- Is the Tricolour Parrotfish dangerous to divers?
- The Tricolour Parrotfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Tricolour Parrotfish get?
- The Tricolour Parrotfish grows to about 52.7 cm.