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Epinephelus striatus

Maximum Size:

1.2 m (4 ft)

Longevity:

Up to 30 years

Typical depth:

6 – 30 m (20 – 100 ft)

Behavior:

While emerald parrotfish can be found in deep water, they are predominantly found in shallow seagrass habitat less than 3 feet (1 meter) deep. They are active during the day when they are often seen feeding in small groups on seagrass and small invertebrates.

Predators:

Grouper, Snapper and eels.

Did you know?

The emerald parrotfish has individual teeth, which are flat with pointed tips, rather than the fused beak present in most other parrotfish species.