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Birdled parrotfish

Scarus frenatus

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Birdled parrotfish will swim in schools with other fish species.

Species Type:

Fishes

Common Name(s):

Birdled parrotfish

Size:

Birdled parrotfish grow to 19 inches (47 centimeters) long.

Diet:

These fish eat benthic algae.

Range & Habitat:

Details:

Along the coasts of Australia and throughout the Pacific, birdled parrotfish live in tropical coral reef colonies.