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Cetoscarus bicolor (Rüppell, 1829) Bicolour parrotfish |
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photo by
Moldzio, S. |
| Family: | Scaridae (Parrotfishes), subfamily: Scarinae | |||
| Max. size: | 50 cm SL (male/unsexed); max.weight: 2,415.0 g | |||
| Environment: | reef-associated; marine; depth range 1 - 30 m | |||
| Distribution: | Western Indian Ocean: Red Sea endemic. | |||
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| Biology: | Benthic grazer of algae (Ref. 3488). Caught with nets and other types of artisanal gear. | |||
| IUCN Red List Status: | Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 17 September 2009 Ref. (130435) | |||
| Threat to humans: | harmless | |||