Tropical Reefs

Palenose Parrotfish - Terminal Phase

Location: Big Island, Hawaii

Scientific Name: Scarus psittacus

Also known as: Common Parrotfish

Category: Parrotfishes

Size: 9 to 12 in. (22 to 30 cm)

Depth: 6-80 ft. (2-25 m)

Distribution: Indo-Pacific, Hawaii, Red Sea, French Polynesia, Australia