Common name: Parrotfish

Chlorurus is a genus of parrotfish predominantly found in coral reef environments. These vibrant and colorful fish are known for their beak-like teeth, which they use to scrape algae from hard surfaces, playing a crucial role in maintaining the health of coral reefs. They are also known for their ability to change sex during their lifecycle, a phenomenon called sequential hermaphroditism. In the aquarium, they require large tanks with plenty of live rock for grazing and are best suited for experienced aquarists due to their size and dietary needs.

1. Common name: Bluemoon parrotfish

   Scientific name: Chlorurus atrilunula
2. 
   Common name: Bleeker's parrotfish

   Scientific name: Chlorurus bleekeri
3. 
   Common name: Bower's parrotfish

   Scientific name: Chlorurus bowersi
4. 
   Common name: Indian parrotfish

   Scientific name: Chlorurus capistratoides
5. Common name: Tan-faced parrotfish

   Scientific name: Chlorurus frontalis
6. 
   Common name: Sinai parrotfish

   Scientific name: Chlorurus genazonatus
7. 
   Common name: Steephead parrotfish

   Scientific name: Chlorurus gibbus
8. 
   Common name: Japanese parrotfish

   Scientific name: Chlorurus japanensis
9. 
   Common name: Blunt-head parrotfish

   Scientific name: Chlorurus microrhinos
10. Common name: Spectacled parrotfish

    Scientific name: Chlorurus perspicillatus
11. 
    Common name: Bullethead parrotfish

    Scientific name: Chlorurus sordidus
12. 
    Common name: Indian Ocean steephead parrotfish

    Scientific name: Chlorurus strongylocephalus
13. Common name: Troschel's parrotfish

    Scientific name: Chlorurus troschelii