Scarus ovifrons Temminck & Schlegel, 1846 Knobsnout parrotfish |
photo by
Shiina, M. |
Family: | Scaridae (Parrotfishes), subfamily: Scarinae | |||
Max. size: | 78 cm TL (male/unsexed) | |||
Environment: | reef-associated; marine | |||
Distribution: | Northwest Pacific: Japan (Ref. 559) and Taiwan (Ref. 43542). | |||
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Biology: | Inhabits rocky areas of coastal waters. Found in small groups (Ref. 9710). | |||
IUCN Red List Status: | Data deficient (DD); Date assessed: 18 September 2009 Ref. (130435) | |||
Threat to humans: | harmless |