Roundhead Parrotfish (male)
Chlorurus strongylocephalus
Max Size
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—
Max Depth
35 m
Description
A large parrotfish with a steep head profile giving the head a rounded shape, and a lunate tail with long caudal-fin lobes. Males are greenish to bluish-green with a pinkish-lilac streak on each body scale, and a large yellow patch on the cheek. Females smaller. Females are yellowish-green to greyish above, and brown to pinkish below, with dark green around the mouth and dark bluish-green margins on the tail. Juveniles dark brown with 4 narrow pale yellowish stripes.
Teeth fused to form dental plates. Dental plates relatively smooth, and broadly exposed. Large adults have 1 or 2 canine teeth on side at rear of upper dental plates.
Distribution
It is native to the Indian Ocean. Its range extends from the Gulf of Aden and Socotra down the coast of East Africa as far south as Mozambique and across the Indian Ocean to western Indonesia.
Habitat
It lives in coral reefs. Inhabits lagoon and seaward reefs. Juveniles are usually solitary. Adults may form schools. Feeds on algae, and inhabits on reef edge.
Colors
Edible
See in SeabookHabitat and Environment
Coral reef
Social Behaviour
Group
Solitary
Conservation status
(LC) Least concern
Poisonous
See in SeabookDanger to human
See in SeabookVenomous
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Roundhead Parrotfish (male) dangerous?
Roundhead Parrotfish (male) is classified as: No, No, No. Always exercise caution and keep a safe distance.
Where can you find Roundhead Parrotfish (male)?
How deep does Roundhead Parrotfish (male) live?
Roundhead Parrotfish (male) can be found at depths of up to 35 meters.