Dusky Parrotfish

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Dusky Parrotfish

This species is known as Dusky Parrotfish and the correct latin name is Scarus niger. The family that this marine fish species belongs to is called the Parrotfish family. (e) Origin of this species is Indo-Pacific. (e)

Character and suggestions regarding care

A peaceful Parrotfish.

Dusky Parrotfish can grow up to 40 cm what is approximately 15 inches. In general, 1 specimen requires at least 4800cm2 of water surface which is approximately 744 square inch. It is recommended to raise this species in fish tanks that are large. (e) Medium aquariums have at least 113 Litres (30 US Gallons). Large aquariums have at least 265 Litres (70 US Gallons). Very large aquariums hold at least 700 Litres (185 US Gallons).

It is not very difficult to keep the Dusky Parrotfish. (e) The specific gravity (SG) should be between 1,020 and 1,025, the temperature between 23°C (73.4°F) and 26°C (78.8°F). The pH levels shouldn't be outside of 8.0 - 8.3 since most marine fish are used to the mentioned range of pH values.

Scarus Niger is omnivore. Prefers a variety of foods including algae, live food and meat based as well. They create a bed in the substrate before night.

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Document modified on Fri Dec 21 22:30:35 UTC 2007
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