Troschel's Parrotfish
Chlorurus troschelii
- Group: Parrotfish
- Typical depth: 5–25 m
- Max size: 34.6 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A parrotfish of clear shallow seaward reefs rich in living coral, it grazes the reef down to about 25 metres and reaches roughly 35 centimetres. Like all parrotfish it scrapes algae and coral with a fused beak, grinding the rock to fine sand.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Labridae › Chlorurus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 277511.
FAQ
- How deep does the Troschel's Parrotfish live?
- The Troschel's Parrotfish (Chlorurus troschelii) is typically found at 5–25 m.
- Is the Troschel's Parrotfish dangerous to divers?
- The Troschel's Parrotfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Troschel's Parrotfish get?
- The Troschel's Parrotfish grows to about 34.6 cm.