Where to buy Queen Parrotfish
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About Queen Parrotfish
Terminal phase males display striking blue-green coloration with yellow markings on the head and pectoral fins, while initial phase fish and females are predominantly red-orange with white-edged scales. The species has a robust, laterally compressed body with a prominent beak-like mouth adapted for feeding on coral and rock.
Key facts
- Family
- Scaridae
- Care Level
- Expert
- Difficulty Level
- Expert
- Min tank size
- 200 gallons
- Temperament
- Semi Aggressive
- Diet Details
- Primarily herbivorous, feeding on coral polyps, macroalgae, and algae-covered rocks and sand in the wild. In captivity, provide high-quality spirulina flakes, nori sheets, and dedicated herbivore pellets supplemented with fresh macroalgae. Frequent grazing throughout the day is necessary to maintain health and coloration.
- Origin
- Western Atlantic, from Bermuda and Florida through the Caribbean to Brazil.
- Reef safety
- Not Reef Safe
- Common Health Issues
- Marine ich, Fin Rot, Swim Bladder Disorder, White Spot Disease, Columnaris
- Appearance
- Terminal phase males display striking blue-green coloration with yellow markings on the head and pectoral fins, while initial phase fish and females are predominantly red-orange with white-edged scales. The species has a robust, laterally compressed body with a prominent beak-like mouth adapted for feeding on coral and rock.
- Aka
- Loro Reina, Green Parrotfish
- Max Size
- 13
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