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The Bluelip Parrotfish (Cryptotomus roseus) is a saltwater fish of the family Scaridae that grows up to 13 cm.
Description
The bluelip parrotfish is a small, slender parrotfish (Scaridae) from the western Atlantic Ocean. The species has an elongate, pink to greenish body with blue tints around the mouth and parrot-like tooth plates. It inhabits seagrass beds and vegetated sand bottoms. Unlike most reef parrotfishes it grazes mainly on seagrass. At night it buries in the sand and envelops itself in a mucus cocoon to sleep. It is a protogynous hermaphrodite. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Bluelip Parrotfish?
The Bluelip Parrotfish has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly pink-purple and shows a plain pattern. Grazes on seagrass and buries itself in the sand at night in a mucus cocoon; protogynous hermaphrodite.
Where does the Bluelip Parrotfish live?
The Bluelip Parrotfish lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Western Atlantic; seagrass beds and vegetated sandy bottoms.
How big does the Bluelip Parrotfish get?
The Bluelip Parrotfish grows to a maximum of about 13 cm. On average the species is around 10 cm.
Is the Bluelip Parrotfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Bluelip Parrotfish is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Bluelip Parrotfish edible?
The Bluelip Parrotfish is rarely eaten.
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