Loosetooth Parrotfish
NameLoosetooth Parrotfish
Scientific NameSparisoma radians
Common NamesLoosetooth Parrotfish, Radians Parrotfish, Dwarf Parrotfish
FamilyScaridae
OriginWestern Atlantic Ocean, Florida, Gulf of Mexico, Caribbean Sea, Brazil
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietherbivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)75
Max Size (Inches)8
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesTangs, Gobies, Blennies, Clownfish, Peaceful Damselfish, Wrasses
Description
The Loosetooth Parrotfish is a small, herbivorous marine fish known for its distinctive fused teeth, which it uses to scrape algae from rocks and coral. It typically displays mottled reddish-brown to greenish-brown coloration and plays a vital role in maintaining healthy reef ecosystems by controlling algal growth.
