Eclipse Parrotfish
Scarus russelii
- Group: Parrotfish
- Typical depth: 6 to 15 m
- Max size: 51 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
Wary and usually swimming alone, this parrotfish grazes algae from sand and coral rubble across shallow coastal reefs and outer slopes between 6 and 15 metres. It reaches about half a metre and often turns up in local markets.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Labridae › Scarus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 219135.
FAQ
- How deep does the Eclipse Parrotfish live?
- The Eclipse Parrotfish (Scarus russelii) is typically found at 6 to 15 m.
- Is the Eclipse Parrotfish dangerous to divers?
- The Eclipse Parrotfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Eclipse Parrotfish get?
- The Eclipse Parrotfish grows to about 51 cm.