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Highfin Parrotfish

Scarus longipinnis Randall & Choat 1980

Life Cycle

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Oviparous, distinct pairing during breeding (Ref. 205).

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Recorder: Susan M. Luna

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Morphology

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Dorsal spines (total): 9; Dorsal soft rays (total): 10; Analspines: 3; Analsoft rays: 9

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Recorder: Rodolfo B. Reyes

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Trophic Strategy

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Occurs inshore (Ref. 75154).

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Recorder: Pascualita Sa-a

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Biology

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Inhabits seaward reefs (Ref. 9710). Feeds on benthic algae (Ref. 89972).

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Recorder: Estelita Emily Capuli

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