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The Bridled parrotfish (Scarus frenatus) is a saltwater fish of the family Scaridae that grows up to 47 cm.
Description
The bridled parrotfish is a parrotfish from the Indo-Pacific, ranging from the Red Sea to the Line and Ducie Islands, north to southern Japan and south to Western Australia. The species grows to about 47 cm. Juveniles and females are brownish with stripes, while large males become mostly green. With its parrot-like fused jaw teeth it scrapes algae from the reef. It lives on exposed outer reefs and in shallow lagoons. Like many parrotfishes the species is a protogynous hermaphrodite. The IUCN assesses the species as Least Concern (LC).
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Bridled parrotfish?
The Bridled parrotfish has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly green and shows a plain pattern. Parrot-like fused jaw teeth for scraping algae; protogynous hermaphrodite
Where does the Bridled parrotfish live?
The Bridled parrotfish lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Indo-Pacific
How big does the Bridled parrotfish get?
The Bridled parrotfish grows to a maximum of about 47 cm.
Is the Bridled parrotfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Bridled parrotfish is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
Is the Bridled parrotfish edible?
The Bridled parrotfish is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Scarus
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