Author: (Smith & Radcliffe, 1911)
FBname: Barred angelfish
Comments: Inhabits ledges and caves and crevices of steep outer reef slopes; occasionally found in clear lagoon reefs (Ref. 9071).  It is secretive and rarely goes out more than a few centimeters from an escape hole (Ref. 9710).  Forms pairs or small groups.  Usually starves when kept in captivity (Ref. 48391).  Often upside-down (Ref. 48636). Occasionally exported through the aquarium trade.  Maximum depth reported taken from Ref. 128797.