Author: (Bleeker, 1854)
FBname: Threespot squirrelfish
Comments: Inhabits coral-rich areas of outer reef slopes and drop-offs to depths greater than 40 m (Ref. 9710).  Hides in caves or beneath ledges by day; forage for food at night, mainly on benthic crabs and shrimps.  Spine of preopercle venomous.