The Steephead Parrotfish features a distinctive steep forehead and vibrant coloration, often displaying shades of green and blue. A memorable fact is that they can change sex from female to male as they mature.
Habitat
Coral reefs and rocky substrates.
Diet
Herbivorous, grazing on algae and coral.
How common
Common
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