Coral's fish crushing raises conservation dilemma

Parrotfish Species from Great Reef - Photo by Simone Marques

Parrotfish species are considered a key species in several communities of reef ecosystems promoting balance mainly by the coral polyps as their preferencial food. In last 20 years the hard exploitation mainly from artisanal fisheries have declined several species of parrotfishes in reef ecosystems around tropical regions. 

Actually several studies from this reef fishes species have shown feeding behavior and their main function in reefs ecosystems. To know more about this interesting reef fishes and how they feed on coral reefs click on the link bellow, enjoy and share with your friends.

Bumphead parrot fish declare their arrival with a crunch