Author: (Bleeker, 1856)
FBname: Yellowspotted scorpionfish
Comments: Found in reef crests with rich coral growth (Ref. 48635).  Typically found among the branches of <i>Pocillopora</i> corals in surge areas of seaward reefs (Ref.  1602).  Also observed between the branches of the fire coral <i>Millepora</i> and <i>Styllophora</i> (Eran Brokovich, pers. comm. 03/02). Solitary or in small groups (Ref 90102).