Scarus flavipectoralis
Yellowfin parrotfish
The adult of this species has variable bicolor with brown head and forebody and pale green rear body or vice versa. There is a green band from snout to pectoral fin. Sometimes, there is an elongate yellow patch on tail base. The subadult has a pale yellowish green to light gray body with dark gray tail and bright yellow pectoral fin. Lives solitary or forms groups in reef areas, 8 - 40 m depth.
DIVE SITES
Types of Habitats
Please note that the variety of critters depends on the season and changes dive sites to dive site
Sand & Rubble
Lembeh’s iconic muck sites feature gentle slopes of volcanic sand scattered with debris, sponges, algae, and rubble.
Coral
Many soft and hard coral species live and thrive here, in the nutrient-rich waters of the Lembeh Strait.
Mixed
With a combination of reef and muck dives, you can enjoy a world of diving experiences in one location.