Saltwater
Candelamoa parrotfish
Hipposcarus harid
Scaridae, Scarinae
Facts
Characteristics
- Length
- Up to 75 cm
- Body shape
- Streamlined
Care
- Group
- Missing
- Smallest aquarium
- 8,883 liters
- Diet
- Missing
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Behavior
Water values
Smallest tank
Range
Native
Lives wild in Djibouti, Egypt, Eritrea, France, India, Indonesia, Israel, Jordan, and 15 more countries.
More about the species
Description
Inhabits coastal regions associated with coral reefs and reef flats. Forms groups consisting of a terminal phased individual and numerous individuals in the initial phase. Feeds on benthic algae. Caught with nets and other artisanal gear. Mainly sold fresh.
Other names
Other scientific names
- Callyodon harid
- Hipposcarus harid vexillus
- Scarus cyanurus
- Scarus harid
In other languages
- Langnæset indisk papegøjefisk
- Candeloma parrotfish, Indian Ocean longnose parrotfish, Longnose parrotfish
Articles
All articles
How to add new fish4 min read
From the store to the tank: how to get the fish used to your water, why you should add only a few at a time, and what to watch for in the first few days.
Quarantine for new fish3 min read
Why new fish should live in a tank of their own for a few weeks before they move in, what you need, and what to look for.
From freshwater to saltwater3 min read
What is different in a saltwater aquarium: salt, refractometer, live rock and corals. An introduction for anyone thinking of giving it a try.