Author: (Bleeker, 1854)
FBname: Axil spot wrasse
Comments: Inhabits outer reef flats and upper slopes of coastal reefs to depths over 25 m (Ref. 9710), with rich coral and hydrozoan growth.  Found on sand-rubble fringe, coastal and lagoon reefs at 2-12 m (Ref. 90102).  Usually seen solitary (Ref. 48636).