Author: (Bleeker, 1855)
FBname: Coral hawkfish
Comments: Inhabit areas of rich coral growth and clear water of lagoon, channel, or seaward reefs from below the surge zone to depths of at least 40 m.  They rest on, in, or beneath hard or soft corals.  Feed on crustaceans and small fishes (Ref. 37955).  Males are territorial and haremic (Ref. 37816).