Blue-barred Parrotfish
NameBlue-barred Parrotfish
Scientific NameScarus ghobban
Common NamesBlue-barred Parrotfish, Globehead Parrotfish, Yellowscale Parrotfish
FamilyScaridae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Red Sea, East Africa, Hawaii, Japan, Australia
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietherbivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)250
Max Size (Inches)30
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarge Tangs, Large Angelfish, Triggerfish (with caution), Groupers (in very large tanks), Other large, robust marine fish
Description
The Blue-barred Parrotfish is a large and strikingly colorful marine fish, typically displaying vibrant blue and yellow patterns across its body. It is a crucial herbivore on coral reefs, grazing on algae with its specialized beak-like teeth. Due to its significant adult size and specific dietary needs, it requires a very large, mature marine aquarium.
