Blue Parrotfish 
Blue Parrotfish
Scarus coeruleus
Average Weight/Length
Up to 2 feet or so.
Location Habitat
Inhabits coral reefs. Juveniles found on Thalassia beds (Ref. 13628). Feeds on benthic plants and small organisms in the sand (Ref. 5521). Forms large spawning aggregations
Biology & Physical Description
Adult males deep blue all over; young and females lighter blue, with some yellow on head and dorsal fin. Dorsal spines (total): 9; Dorsal soft rays (total): 10; Anal spines: 2; Anal soft rays: 9. Adults uniformly blue, with yellow area on top of head that disappears in larger fish. Large fish develop prominent bulging snout and extended upper and lower caudal fin lobes. No other species has this uniform blue color in adults
Life Cycle & Mating Behavior
Oviparous, distinct pairing during breeding Forms large spawning aggregations.
Geographic Species Map (Fishbase.org Map)
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Summary of Distribution: Western Atlantic: Maryland in the USA, Bermuda and Bahamas to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, including the West Indies; absent in the northern Gulf of Mexico. |
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Note: Distribution range colors indicate degree of suitability of habitat which can be interpreted as probabilities of occurrence (fishbase.org) |
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Tackle & Baits
Not really targeted. Occasionally takes a crustacean bait fished by reef fishermen.
Game Rating
Game Rating : 6/10
Game Description :
Rarely hooked, but strong.
Food Rating
Game Rating : 6/10
Game Description :
Not usually eaten.
