Genus

Scarus

2 species. Maximum lifespan ranges from 8 years (Yellowband parrotfish) to 12 years (Forsten's parrotfish).

Species
2
with a complete mtDNA
Lifespan range
8–12 yr
Longest: Forsten's parrotfish
Median GC
46.5%
Range 46.3–46.8%
Median mtDNA size
16,690 bp

Where Scarus species sit among 2,335 species

Whole-genome GC content against maximum lifespan. Hover or tap a point; select it again to open the species.

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Species in Scarus

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Species in Scarus
Scarus forsteniForsten's parrotfish12 yr16,679 bp46.29%
Scarus schlegeliYellowband parrotfish8 yr16,701 bp46.78%