Author: (Valenciennes, 1840)
FBname: Spotted parrotfish
Comments: Inhabits seaward reefs and clear lagoons (Ref. 1602), at depths of 1-30 m.  Occurs in groups of females with one male (Ref. 90102) form harems; while juveniles are usually solitary (Ref. 9710).  Males are territorial.  Goes to several changes during growth and very large females change sex to the brightly colored male.  Small juveniles usually in dense coral and algae habitats (Ref. 48636). Feeds on benthic algae (Ref. 89972).  Minimum depth reported taken from Ref. 128797.