Species FishQueen Parrotfish

Queen Parrotfish

Scarus vetula

UncommonFish
Illustration of Queen Parrotfish (Scarus vetula)

The Queen Parrotfish is notable for its bright colors and large size, with a beak-like mouth that allows it to eat coral. They play a vital role in maintaining coral reef health by grazing on algae.

Habitat
Inhabits coral reefs and seagrass beds.
Diet
Primarily feeds on algae and coral.
How common
Uncommon

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