Author: (Herre, 1927)
FBname: Mandarinfish
Comments: Inhabits shallow protected lagoons and inshore reefs (Ref. 1602, 48636).  Found on silty bottoms with coral and rubble (Ref. 9710).  Usually in small groups spread over small area (Ref. 48636).  Minimum depth reported from Ref. 27115.  Has been reared in captivity (Ref. 35413).  Well-known aquarium fish.  (Ref. 37816).