Candelamoa Parrotfish (species: Hipposcarus harid) in Lady Elliot Island (Gaia Guide)
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Hipposcarus harid
Candelamoa Parrotfish


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Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Actinopterygii
Order Perciformes
Family Scaridae
Genus Hipposcarus
Species Hipposcarus harid

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Distinguishing features

Distinguishing features still need to be specified.

Size

  • Up to 75 cm (Length of specimen)

Depth range

  • From 1 m to 25 m

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Distribution

Distribution and habitat preferences

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 (FishBase).

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