Scarus taeniopterus

Parrotfishes

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  • Princess parrotfish
  • Prinzessin-Papageifisch
  • Prinses papegaaivis
  • Poisson-perroquet princesse
  • Loro princesa
  • Pesce pappagallo principessa

Distribution

  • The tropical Atlantic

Environment and movement of the diurnal species

  • The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
  • The species is generally seen moving in its environment.
  • The species can be found between 3 and 25 Meters.
  • Common species.

Environment and movement of the nocturnal species

  • The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
  • The species is generally motionless in its environment
  • The species is generally found on or close to the seafloor.

General behaviour of the species

  • Species generally solitary
  • The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard

General characteristics of the species

  • Maximum size : 30 cm
  • Maximum age known : 0 year(s)
  • The animal crushes corals to feed itself.
  • Diet : Algae
  • The animal can show variable colouring
  • The animal is a protogynous transsexual

Relationship with humans

  • The species is good to eat
  • The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
    • - Aquarium enthusiasts.
    • -Sport or local fishing