Author: (Poey, 1867)
FBname: Barred cardinalfish
Comments: Ubiquitous, from gravel pits and rock ledges at the sea's edge to clear-water reefs.  Remains hidden in cracks and crevices during the day (Ref. 9626).  Sometimes observed between the spines of <i>Diadema antillarum</i> (Ref. 9626).