Persian Parrotfish
NamePersian Parrotfish
Scientific NameScarus persicus
Common NamesPersian Parrotfish, Persian Scarus
FamilyScaridae
OriginIndo-West Pacific, Persian Gulf, Arabian Sea, Red Sea
Temperamentcommunity
Dietherbivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)300
Max Size (Inches)20
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)75-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesTangs, Large Angelfish, Wrasses, Groupers (non-predatory), Triggerfish (selectively)
Description
The Persian Parrotfish is a large and strikingly colorful marine fish, typically displaying shades of blue, green, and purple. It is a vital herbivore in coral reef ecosystems, grazing on algae from rocks and corals. Due to its significant adult size and specialized diet, it requires a very large, mature reef aquarium.
