Yellowbarred Parrotfish
Scarus dimidiatus
- Group: Parrotfish
- Typical depth: 1–25 m
- Max size: 40 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A parrotfish of clear, protected reefs rich in coral, found in lagoons and on seaward slopes. It scrapes algae from the rock and reaches about forty centimetres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Labridae › Scarus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 276044.
FAQ
- How deep does the Yellowbarred Parrotfish live?
- The Yellowbarred Parrotfish (Scarus dimidiatus) is typically found at 1–25 m.
- Is the Yellowbarred Parrotfish dangerous to divers?
- The Yellowbarred Parrotfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Yellowbarred Parrotfish get?
- The Yellowbarred Parrotfish grows to about 40 cm.