Author: (Valenciennes, 1828)
FBname: Creole-fish
Remark: Molecular studies by Craig & Hasting (2007: Ref. 83414) and Ma et al. (2018: Ref. 119507) placed  this species in the genus <i>Cephalopholis</i>.
Comments: Inhabits coral reefs and hard bottom areas.  Observed in feeding aggregations well above the reef.  Feeds mainly in midwater on zooplankton (copepods, pelagic tunicates, shrimps and shrimp larvae).  Retreats instantly when alarmed (Ref. 9710).