Dotted Parrotfish
NameDotted Parrotfish
Scientific NameScarus ghobban
Common NamesDotted Parrotfish, Blue-barred Parrotfish, Yellowscale Parrotfish, Globehead 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 (some species), Groupers (smaller species), Other large Wrasses
Description
The Dotted Parrotfish is a large, vibrant marine fish characterized by its fused, beak-like teeth used for scraping algae from rocks and coral. Its coloration typically includes shades of green, blue, and yellow with distinct spotting, contributing significantly to reef health. This species requires a very large aquarium due to its adult size and active nature.
