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Scarus longipinnis Randall & Choat, 1980 Highfin parrotfish |
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photo by
Randall, J.E. |
| Family: | Labridae (Wrasses), subfamily: Scarinae | |||
| Max. size: | 40 cm TL (male/unsexed) | |||
| Environment: | reef-associated; marine; depth range 10 - 55 m | |||
| Distribution: | South Pacific: subtropical Pacific from the Great Barrier Reef to Pitcairn. | |||
| Diagnosis: | Dorsal spines (total): 9-9; Dorsal soft rays (total): 10-10; Anal spines: 3-3; Anal soft rays: 9-9 | |||
| Biology: | Inhabits seaward reefs (Ref. 9710). Feeds on benthic algae (Ref. 89972). | |||
| IUCN Red List Status: | Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 18 September 2009 Ref. (130435) | |||
| Threat to humans: | harmless | |||