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Scarus arabicus (Steindachner, 1902) Arabian parrotfish |
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photo by
Randall, J.E. |
| Family: | Scaridae (Parrotfishes), subfamily: Scarinae | |||
| Max. size: | 45 cm TL (male/unsexed) | |||
| Environment: | reef-associated; marine; depth range 5 - 50 m | |||
| Distribution: | Western Indian Ocean: Arabian Sea; Gulf of Aden to Pakistan. | |||
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| Biology: | Inhabits coastal reefs, in areas with high coral cover (Ref. 9710). | |||
| IUCN Red List Status: | Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 17 September 2009 Ref. (130435) | |||
| Threat to humans: | harmless | |||