Author: Valenciennes, 1840
FBname: Globehead parrotfish
Comments: Inhabits lagoons, seaward reefs, and reef flats (Ref. 90102).  More common in outer reef habitats than in protected waters.  Spawns in groups or in pairs. Feeds on benthic algae (Ref. 89972). Caught mainly with traps, nets and other types of artisanal gear.