Author: (Jordan & Metz, 1912)
FBname: Russet angelfish
Comments: Inhabit rock, coral, or rubble areas of seaward reefs; juveniles occasionally in 5 m (Ref. 9710).  Benthopelagic (Ref. 58302).  Feed on algae and detritus (Ref. 13550).  Oviparous (Ref. 240), monogamous (Ref. 52884).  Peak reproductive activity occurs from mid-December through May.  Spawn at dusk during the week before full moon (Ref. 4858).