Arabian Parrotfish
NameArabian Parrotfish
Scientific NameScarus arabicus
Common NamesArabian Parrotfish, Red Sea Parrotfish
FamilyScaridae
OriginRed Sea, Gulf of Aden, Arabian Sea
Temperamentcommunity
Dietherbivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)300
Max Size (Inches)20
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesTangs, Large Angelfish, Triggerfish (select species), Other large, peaceful reef fish
Description
The Arabian Parrotfish is a large, vibrant marine fish native to the Red Sea and Arabian Sea. It is characterized by its fused, beak-like teeth used for scraping algae from rocks and coral, playing a crucial role in reef health. Due to its significant size and specialized diet, it requires a very large, mature reef aquarium.
