Cetoscarus bicolor

Parrotfishes

Bicolour parrotfish
Masken-Papageifisch
Perroquet bicolore

Distribution

The tropical Pacific
The Red Sea
The Indian Ocean

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 30 Meters.
Uncommon Species

General behaviour of the species

The species is territorial
Species generally living in a group
The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 90 cm
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