The Fivesaddle parrotfish (Scarus scaber) is a saltwater fish of the family Scaridae that grows up to 37 cm.
Description
The fivesaddle parrotfish is a parrotfish from the Indo-West Pacific, from East Africa to the western Pacific. The species grows to about 37 cm. Females are reddish-brown with faint saddle marks, large males green-blue with orange and green markings and a beak-like dentition with which it scrapes algae from the reef. It lives on coral-rich lagoon and outer reefs. Like other parrotfishes it is a protogynous hermaphrodite. The IUCN assesses the species as Least Concern (LC).
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Fivesaddle parrotfish?
The Fivesaddle parrotfish has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly green and shows a plain pattern.
Where does the Fivesaddle parrotfish live?
The Fivesaddle parrotfish lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Fivesaddle parrotfish get?
The Fivesaddle parrotfish grows to a maximum of about 37 cm.
Is the Fivesaddle parrotfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Fivesaddle parrotfish is harmless to humans.
Is the Fivesaddle parrotfish edible?
Yes, the Fivesaddle parrotfish is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Scarus
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