Fish
Blue Parrotfish
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Blue parrotfish (Scarus coeruleus) is a Caribbean species with striking blue adults and firm white meat used in island fryers and stews. Like other large reef herbivores, it plays ecological roles on coral reefs; choose smaller market sizes from responsible local fishers when possible. Season assertively—escovitch-style vinegar-pepper, or garlic butter. Lean flesh likes moisture from sauce or quick frying.
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Characteristics
Preparations
Brown StewEscovitchFried
Traits
Bright Blue AdultCaribbeanIslandIsland FryLeanMildReef Aware
History
JM
Caribbean communities harvested blue parrotfish from nearshore reefs.
US
Florida and island tourist restaurants listed blue parrotfish among tropical whole fish.
Conservation messaging encouraged careful blue parrotfish purchasing on vulnerable reefs.