Redtail Parrotfish
NameRedtail Parrotfish
Scientific NameSparisoma chrysopterum
Common NamesRedtail Parrotfish, Redfin Parrotfish, Emerald Parrotfish
FamilyScaridae
OriginWestern Atlantic Ocean, Caribbean Sea, Gulf of Mexico, Bermuda, Brazil
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 SpeciesTangs, Large Angelfish, Triggerfish (with caution), Groupers (with caution), Other large Wrasses, Puffers
Description
The Redtail Parrotfish is a large, vibrant marine fish known for its striking green body and reddish fins. It is a herbivorous grazer, playing a crucial role in coral reef ecosystems by consuming algae. This species requires a very large, mature saltwater aquarium with ample live rock for grazing.
