Author: (Lacepède, 1801)
FBname: Scissortail sergeant
Comments: Adults inhabit inshore and offshore coral or rocky reefs.  Also in shallow coastal reef flats or crests, usually where lots of tall soft corals or hydroid colonies are present (Ref. 48636).  Often found in groups feeding at midwater or tending nests among rocks and coral ledges (Ref. 90102).  Feed on zooplankton and algae and aggregates high in the water column (Ref. 9710).  Oviparous, distinct pairing during breeding (Ref. 205).  Eggs are demersal and adhere to the substrate (Ref. 205).  Males guard and aerate the eggs (Ref. 205).