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Scarus guacamaia |
Distribution |
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Rainbow parrotfish |
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Regenbogen Papageifisch |
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Regenboog papegaaivis |
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Poisson-perroquet arc-en-ciel |
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Loro guacamayo |
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The tropical Atlantic |
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Environment and movement of the diurnal species |
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The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
The species is generally seen moving in its environment.
The species can be found between 3 and 25 Meters.
Uncommon Species
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Environment and movement of the nocturnal species |
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The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
The species is generally motionless in its environment
The species is found in a sheltered zone
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General behaviour of the species |
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The species is territorial
Species generally solitary
The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard
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General characteristics of the species |
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Maximum size : 120 cm
The animal crushes corals to feed itself.Diet : Algae
The animal can show variable colouring
The animal is a protogynous transsexual
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Relationship with humans |
The species is good to eat
The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
- Aquarium enthusiasts.
-Sport or local fishing.
The species is classified asVulnerable
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