Scarus festivus Valenciennes 1840

Adults identified by lines radiating from eyes, two of which running over the top of the head (Ref. 48636). Coloration changes slowly with growth. Males develop a distinctive lump on the forehead.

Transversotrema Infestation 2. Parasitic infestations (protozoa, worms, etc.)

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

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

Found in clear lagoon and seaward reefs. Feeds on benthic algae.

Found in clear lagoon and seaward reefs (Ref. 1602). Feeds on benthic algae (Ref. 3488). Uncommon (Ref. 90102).

fisheries: minor commercial; price category: high; price reliability: very questionable: based on ex-vessel price for species in this family