Author: (Bloch & Schneider, 1801)
FBname: Splitlevel hogfish
Comments: Ranging into subtropical zones as juveniles expatriate caused by warm currents during pelagic stage (Ref. 48636).  Adults inhabit coral-rich outer reef slopes at depths of 5 to over 20 m, particularly near caves.  Juveniles in caves; adults swim openly about, but usually close to the substrate, and often engage in cleaning larger fishes (Ref. 48636).  Oviparous, distinct pairing during breeding (Ref. 205).