Sandford's Parrotfish [Calotomus sandvicensis]
Description
Sandford's Parrotfish, or Calotomus sandvicensis, is a species of parrotfish found in the central Pacific Ocean, specifically around Hawaii. It is a herbivorous species that feeds on algae and detritus. This species is known for its mottled green and brown coloration and a distinctive pattern of five vertical bars on its side. Like other parrotfish, it can change sex from female to male.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
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|---|---|
| Class |
Fish
Actinopterygii
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| Order |
Perciformes
Perciformes
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| Family |
Parrotfishes
Scaridae
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| Genus |
Calotomus
Calotomus
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