Author: (Bleeker, 1854)
FBname: Blackspot goatfish
Comments: Inhabits coastal reefs and estuaries (Ref. 9002); in Indonesia mainly found on deep reefs adjacent to strong currents (Ref. 90102).  Juveniles found in small schools; adults singly or in small aggregations (Ref. 9002, 48636).  May also be solitary.  It is rare in the East Indian region, and found only in cool areas of upwelling; but is common in subtropical latitudes (Ref. 90102).