Forsten's Parrotfish
Scarus forsteni
- Group: Parrotfish
- Typical depth: 3 to 30 m
- Max size: 55 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A parrotfish of exposed outer lagoon and seaward reefs, it scrapes algae from coral rich bottoms with a beak formed from fused teeth. Usually solitary, it grows to around half a metre and turns up in Hong Kong live fish markets.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Labridae › Scarus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 276046.
FAQ
- How deep does the Forsten's Parrotfish live?
- The Forsten's Parrotfish (Scarus forsteni) is typically found at 3 to 30 m.
- Is the Forsten's Parrotfish dangerous to divers?
- The Forsten's Parrotfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Forsten's Parrotfish get?
- The Forsten's Parrotfish grows to about 55 cm.