Author: (Linnaeus, 1758)
FBname: Puddingwife wrasse
Comments: Adults found on shallow patch or seaward reefs down to 55 m (Ref. 9710); juveniles and subadults in shallower (1 to 5 m) coral reefs (Ref. 3726).  Feeds on mollusks, sea urchins, crustaceans, and brittle stars (Ref. 9710).  Marketed fresh (Ref. 3726).