Blue Parrotfish
Scarus coeruleus
A large, vibrant blue parrotfish that plays a crucial role in coral reef ecosystems by grazing on algae and producing sand through their feeding habits. Males are typically bright blue while females and juveniles display more yellow coloration.
Blue Parrotfish at a glance
- Scientific name
- Scarus coeruleus
- Typical size
- 12-24 inches, 2-8 lbs
- Water
- Saltwater
- Habitat
- Reef
- Rarity in the Fishdex™
- Uncommon
Habitat
Blue parrotfish inhabit coral reefs and adjacent seagrass beds in tropical Atlantic waters, including the Caribbean and southern Florida. They are not typically targeted by anglers as they are primarily herbivorous and protected in many areas due to their ecological importance. When caught, it's usually incidental while reef fishing.
Catch one and it is yours
Log a blue parrotfish through the Cobia Camera and this entry fills in with your photo, your personal best, and the exact conditions on the day. The app also carries the slot and season rules for wherever you are standing.
How the Fishdex™ worksBlue Parrotfish questions people ask
Blue Parrotfish is Scarus coeruleus.
A typical blue parrotfish runs 12-24 inches, 2-8 lbs. Cobia records the length and weight of every blue parrotfish you log and keeps your personal best on its Fishdex entry.
Blue parrotfish inhabit coral reefs and adjacent seagrass beds in tropical Atlantic waters, including the Caribbean and southern Florida. They are not typically targeted by anglers as they are primarily herbivorous and protected in many areas due to their ecological importance. When caught, it's usually incidental while reef fishing. It is a salt water species, filed under reef in the Fishdex.
Yes. Log one through the Cobia Camera and this entry fills in with your own photo, your personal best, and the conditions on the day you caught it. The app also carries the slot limits and season dates for wherever you are standing. It is free.
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