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