Author: Bleeker, 1878
FBname: New Guinea wrasse
Comments: An inshore species inhabiting shallow coral reefs (Ref. 9823), with patches of sand and rubble (Ref. 37816), also along upper part of slopes and on reef crests with <i>Acropora</i> corals.  Adults occur in small loose groups of females with dominant male nearby.  Juveniles occur solitary in corals (Ref. 48636).  Feed on benthic invertebrates.  Oviparous, distinct pairing during breeding (Ref. 205).   Occasionally seen in fish markets and aquarium trade.