Author: Smith, 1957
FBname: Rare wrasse
Comments: Inhabits lagoon and sheltered seaward reefs (Ref. 9710).  Occurs singly or in pairs; females often found in small groups (Ref. 9710).  Feeds on invertebrates by picking items from the substratum.  Burrows in the sand at the sign of danger (Ref. 5503).