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Scarus hypselopterus Bleeker, 1853 Yellowtail parrotfish |
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photo by
Randall, J.E. |
| Family: | Labridae (Wrasses), subfamily: Scarinae | |||
| Max. size: | 31 cm TL (male/unsexed) | |||
| Environment: | reef-associated; marine; depth range 10 - 30 m | |||
| Distribution: | Indo-Pacific: Moluccas in Indonesia, Philippines, Ryukyus in Japan and Palau. | |||
| Diagnosis: | Dorsal spines (total): 9-9; Dorsal soft rays (total): 10-10; Anal spines: 3-3; Anal soft rays: 9-9. Males resemble S. bowersi but differs in that the tan area of S. bowersi does not extend as far back as the anal fin (Ref. 1602). Initial phase has a distinctive black spot at front of the anal fin and yellowish tail and soft dorsal fin. | |||
| Biology: | A rare species found in coastal and outer reefs with dense coral cover (Ref. 9710); often silty habitats (Ref. 48636). | |||
| IUCN Red List Status: | Near Threatened (NT); Date assessed: 18 September 2009 Ref. (130435) | |||
| Threat to humans: | harmless | |||