Meet the ‘gilimbos’: Giants of the reef in Cayman’s waters
Local residents call them ‘gilimbos,’ giants of the reef that can still be found in Cayman waters, but over time they have become less common.
Two species share the same local name: the rainbow parrotfish (scarus guacamaia) is the Caribbean’s largest parrotfish, growing over 3½ feet and weighing 45 pounds. Its scales shift between emerald green, coral pink and sapphire blue, almost like the living colours of the reef itself.
The midnight parrotfish (scarus coelestinus) is slightly smaller but just as striking, dark indigo blue, like the colour of the deep sea over the drop off, but with a lighter snout and brilliant fins that catch the morning sun. For a more complete summary of the story, please see the below link:
Published on: Nov 10, 2025 11:38 AM