Species Type:
Fishes
Common Name(s):
Rainbow parrotfish
Size:
On average, these fish reach 28 inches (70 centimeters) in length.
Diet:
Parrotfish feed on algae growing on corals and rocky surfaces in their environment.
Range & Habitat:
Rainbow parrotfish live in coral reef communities in the Gulf of Mexico and the western Atlantic Ocean.
Details:
Despite their name, rainbow parrotfish do not display all seven colors of the rainbow. Their bodies are bright teal with highlights of yellow, orange and pink on their head, tail and fins. Their heads are beak-like, perfect for reaching algae in hard to reach areas.