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).
Diagnosis:   
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


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