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Scarus falcipinnis (Playfair, 1868) Sicklefin parrotfish |
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photo by
Randall, J.E. |
| Family: | Labridae (Wrasses), subfamily: Scarinae | |||
| Max. size: | 60 cm TL (male/unsexed); max.weight: 3,000.0 g | |||
| Environment: | reef-associated; marine; depth range 6 - 20 m | |||
| Distribution: | Western Indian Ocean: Oman, Mozambique, Seychelles, and Mauritius (Ref. 35918). Also reported from Madagascar (Ref. 3488) and Reunion (Ref. 53568). Presence in Somalia to be confirmed (Ref. 30573). | |||
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| Biology: | Inhabits steep seaward reef slopes to at least 20 m depth (Ref. 9710). Feeds on benthic algae. Also caught with nets, and other kinds of artisanal gear. Sold mostly fresh in markets. | |||
| IUCN Red List Status: | Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 17 September 2009 Ref. (130435) | |||
| Threat to humans: | harmless | |||