Scarus zufar


Scarus zufar, also known as Dhofar parrotfish, is a species of marine ray-finned fish, a parrotfish, in the family Scaridae. It is found along the central to southern coastal waters of Oman. S. zufar was first identified in 1995.

Description

This species of parrot fish is blue-green in colour and grows to be 52 centimetres.

Distribution

It has been found exclusively in the waters of the central and southern coasts of Oman.

Habitat

Scarus zufar is found in rock and Coral reefs.

Ecology

S. zufar is described as "fast-growing" and can live up to 9 years.

Threats

There are no known threats to the Scarus zufar.