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Parrotfish (uhu)
Scarus rubroviolaceus
Photo: (c) Michael Bakker Paiva, some rights reserved (CC BY) · CC BY 4.0
Knowing the Parrotfish (uhu) (Scarus rubroviolaceus) well helps you decide where and when to dive for it. It usually frequents reef and is found between 2 and 25 m, so it pays to adjust your search depth. It is curious, it approaches the diver, which shapes how to approach it.
It's relatively accessible with basic technique. In Apnaut you have its minimum legal size across 1 different zones. Always check your area's current regulations before taking it.
Behaviour: curious, it approaches the diver.
Minimum legal size by zone
| Zone | Minimum size |
|---|---|
| Hawaii | 14" (36 cm) |
Where to catch it
Other names
Loro (es)
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum legal size for Parrotfish (uhu)?
It depends on the area. For example, Hawaii: 14" (36 cm). See the full size-by-zone table above.
At what depth is Parrotfish (uhu) found?
Usually between 2 and 25 m, mostly over reef.
Is it hard to spearfish on a single breath?
Its difficulty is “easy”. It is also curious, it approaches the diver. In Apnaut you can log your catches and their size.
Log it in Apnaut
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