Author: (Steindachner, 1900)
FBname: Orange goatfish
Comments: This schooling species occurs at depths exceeding 30 m to at least 110 over sandy patches and limestone bottoms (Ref. 5439).  Benthopelagic (Ref. 58302).  It is mainly diurnal.  May display four alternating dark red and light red bars on the body when feeding (Ref. 5439).