Fin's Fish Guide
The Brownbanded parrotfish (Scarus fuscocaudalis) is a saltwater fish of the family Scaridae that grows up to 25 cm.
Asia: Taiwan/Ch Taipei, Guam, Indonesia, Japan, Ryukyu Is., Micronesia and others
Description
The brownbanded parrotfish is a parrotfish (Scaridae) from shallow coral-reef water of the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 35 cm and has a green to blue-green body with a beak-shaped mouth formed from fused teeth. As a daytime grazer it scrapes algae and coral from the reef and grinds the limestone, which it excretes as fine sand. It often starts as a female and can change into a male. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Brownbanded parrotfish?
The Brownbanded parrotfish has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly green.
Where does the Brownbanded parrotfish live?
The Brownbanded parrotfish lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Asia: Taiwan/Ch Taipei, Guam, Indonesia, Japan, Ryukyu Is., Micronesia and others
How big does the Brownbanded parrotfish get?
The Brownbanded parrotfish grows to a maximum of about 25 cm.
Is the Brownbanded parrotfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Brownbanded 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.
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Same genus Scarus
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