Bowers' Parrotfish
NameBowers' Parrotfish
Scientific NameChlorurus bowersi
Common NamesBowers' Parrotfish
FamilyScaridae
OriginWestern Pacific, Indo-Pacific, Indonesia, Philippines, Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands
Temperamentcommunity
Dietherbivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)250
Max Size (Inches)20
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarge Tangs, Large Angelfish, Triggerfish (cautiously), Groupers (if size compatible), Other large, peaceful to semi-aggressive reef fish
Description
The Bowers' Parrotfish is a large, vibrant marine fish known for its striking coloration, typically featuring shades of green, blue, orange, and purple. It possesses a fused, beak-like mouth used for scraping algae from rocks and coral. This species requires a very large, mature reef aquarium with plenty of live rock for grazing.
