Author: Steindachner, 1893
FBname: Red Sea bannerfish
Comments: Found on coral slopes (Ref. 9710) Juveniles in large groups at base of reef, sometimes with <i>H. diphreutes</i>; adults usually solitary or paired, occasionally in groups (Ref. 9710).  Feed on zooplankton and benthic invertebrates (Ref. 9710).  Oviparous (Ref. 205), monogamous (Ref. 52884).  Form pairs during breeding (Ref. 205).