The Agassiz's parrotfish (Sparisoma frondosum) is a saltwater fish of the family Scaridae that grows up to 35 cm.
Description
Agassiz's parrotfish is a parrotfish (Scaridae) from the western Atlantic, off South America and the Caribbean. The species grows to about 35 cm and has an elongate body and a beak-shaped mouth of fused teeth; adult males are greenish, females red-brown. As a reef-dweller it rasps algae from rocks and coral, contributing to sand formation. Like many parrotfishes it changes sex. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Agassiz's parrotfish?
The Agassiz's parrotfish has a torpedo-shaped body and is mainly green.
Where does the Agassiz's parrotfish live?
The Agassiz's parrotfish lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Agassiz's parrotfish get?
The Agassiz's parrotfish grows to a maximum of about 35 cm.
Is the Agassiz's parrotfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Agassiz's parrotfish is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Sparisoma
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