Where to buy Blue Parrotfish
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About Blue Parrotfish
The Blue Parrotfish is predominantly blue-green with a characteristic parrot-like mouth and robust body. Adults display vibrant turquoise-blue coloration on the head and body, with the caudal fin often showing yellow or orange hues.
Key facts
- Water Parameters
- Temperature: 72-82°F pH: 8.1-8.3 Salinity: 1.02-1.025
- Family
- Scaridae
- Appearance
- The Blue Parrotfish is predominantly blue-green with a characteristic parrot-like mouth and robust body. Adults display vibrant turquoise-blue coloration on the head and body, with the caudal fin often showing yellow or orange hues.
- Reef safety
- Not Reef Safe
- Temperament
- Semi Aggressive
- Difficulty Level
- Blue Parrotfish are extremely challenging for most hobbyists due to their large adult size, specific dietary needs, and territorial aggression. They require spacious aquariums and are best suited to experienced aquarists with large systems.
- Diet
- herbivore
- Diet Details
- Zooplankton, marine algae, small crustaceans, mollusks, and coral polyps in the wild. In aquariums: brine shrimp, mysis shrimp, krill, and seaweed.
- Feeding Schedule
- Feed 2-3 times daily
- Min tank size
- 200 gallons
- Care Level
- Expert
- Max Size
- 24
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