Author: (De Vis, 1885)
FBname: Graphic tuskfish
Comments: Adults inhabit lagoon and seaward reefs, usually on rubble and sand bottoms (Ref. 9710) at depths greater than 20 m.  Solitary.  Feed mainly on hard-shelled prey including crustaceans, mollusks and sea urchins.  Oviparous, distinct pairing during breeding (Ref. 205).  Relatively common and easily approached (Ref. 9710).