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Sparisoma aurofrenatum - Redband parrotfish
| The redband parrotfish has variable coloration and markings in both the juvenile and initial phases. However, in its terminal phase, it is greenish with red anal fins and an orangish-pink line from its mouth to its eye. Terminal males can grow to 11 inches in length while initial phase males and females are between 2-1/2 and 6 inches. Redband parrotfish are found on coral reefs between 10 and 60 feet.
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| Distribution, Stock Structure and Migration |
| Western Atlantic: Bermuda, Florida (USA), and Bahamas to Central America and Brazil; throughout the Caribbean Sea.
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| Habitat |
| Inhabits coral reefs, young usually in adjacent seagrass beds. Often rests on the bottom.
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| Quick Fact |
| Juvenile and initial phase redband parrotfish can rapidly change their color and markings.
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