| Family: |
Scaridae (Parrotfishes), 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). |
| Diagnosis: |
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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)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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