Bullethead Parrotfish

Bullethead Parrotfish (Scarus sordidus) The general configuration of the body is typical of parrotfish. The dental plates can be clearly seen. The young present a pattern of coloring with horizontal stripes. As they grow, this coloring turns dark brown. The adult males are green in color, and the edges of their scales are salmon pink. The cheeks are bright orange, fading to yellow on the opercula. Strangely, their teeth are green, while the female of the species has a pink mouth.