Scarus ghobban

Parrotfishes

Blue-barred parrotfish
Blaubinden-Papageifisch
Péroquet à écailles jaunes
Loro barba azul

Distribution

The tropical Pacific
The Red Sea
The Indian Ocean
The Mediterranean

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 1 and 40 Meters.
Uncommon Species

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 : 90 cm
Maximum age known : 13 year(s)
The animal crushes corals to feed itself.
Diet : Algae
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.
- - Fishing or commercial aquiculture for food
- -Sport or local fishing