bumphead parrotfish (bolbometopon muricatum) in Bolbometopon muricatum inhabits coral reefs and shallow coastal waters rich in algae and coral formations.
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bumphead parrotfish

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  • National Parks/ Sanctuaries

    -

  • Common Names

    bumphead parrotfish, double-headed parrotfish, humphead parrotfish, green humphead parrotfish

  • Regions

    MyanmarAustraliaIndonesia

  • Population

    Approximately 10,000 individuals

  • Habitat

    Bolbometopon muricatum inhabits coral reefs and shallow coastal waters rich in algae and coral formations.

  • Weight(in lbs) and Life Span

    100, and 40

Regions

Myanmar, Australia, Indonesia, Kenya, Egypt, Mauritius, Japan, Mozambique, Malaysia, Philippines, Tanzania, Taiwan, American Samoa, Micronesia

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