Species Type:
Fishes
Common Name(s):
Bridled parrotfish
Size:
Bridled parrotfish grow to 19 inches (47 centimeters) long.
Diet:
These fish eat benthic algae.
Range & Habitat:
Along the coasts of Australia and throughout the Pacific, bridled parrotfish live in tropical coral reef colonies.
Details:
Bridled parrotfish get their name from the faint, bridle-like markings on their face. Males and females look different, with males sporting bright blue-green hues and females displaying reddish-brown colors. Parrotfish grind up coral as they feed, helping to produce much of the white sand found on tropical beaches.