FISH ID Help - San Juan, PR

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Hi Friends,
Stumped by this fish. Seen fairly commonly in the shallows off Puerto Rico. Tend to lay on their side @ 45deg against camouflage before darting off. Not very approachable unless they think you cannot see them. This specimen was about 8"-10"; many other in the area range in size from 4"-10". 6ft depth.
Reminds me of Redtail Parrotfish (Sparisoma chrysopterum) ... but a tough call (ref. Humann 2nd ed. Reef fish)
Please let me know what species you believe it is and why.
Best Fishes, T:)
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Juvenile parrot fish of some kind?
 
Redtail Parrotfish. Red cresent bordered by ivory/red bars on tail, tail lunate.
 
Thanks to all for your time & suggestions!
 

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