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Parrotfish: Parrotfish belong to the Scaridae family.
The majority of these fish are classified in the genera Scarus, Cetoscarus, and Sparisoma. Most Parrotfish grow to well over
12 inches in length in an aquarium, and the largest member of this family reaches an adult size of over 60 inches in length
in the wild. Parrotfish are closely related to Wrasse, and can be easily recognized by their distinctive beak-like teeth.
These powerful teeth are used to bite and crush pieces of coral to extract algae and polyps for food.
The name, "Parrotfish" comes from the shape of the mouth. The teeth are fused together to form a what resembles a parrot's "beak". Parrotfish are found throughout the world and are most commonly associated with coral reefs or lagoons. Parrotfish are known for their strange and unique behavior at night. These fish will rest in a secluded spot, and secrete an opaque or transparent mucus that surrounds their entire body in order to protect themselves from predators. The diet should be supplemented with a variety of herbivore preparations, flaked foods, and meaty preparations. Click on thumbnails for more information.
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