
Description
Scarus scaber is a member of the Scaridae family. Other names: Five-saddle Parrotfish and Dusky-capped Parrotfish. Description This species grows to a maximum 37 cm in length and 900 g in weight. Dorsal spines: 9; Dorsal rays: 10; Anal spines: 3; Anal rays: 9 Dental plates, ¾ to fully covered by l... Read more in SeabookLocations
- Sri Lanka
- Maldives
- Seychelles
- Egypt East
- Laccadive Islands
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Colors
white
brown
grey
yellow
pink
Edible
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Coral reef
Social Behaviour
Group
Conservation status
(LC) Least concern