Diagnostic Description
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Exhibits geographic color variations.
Life Cycle
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Oviparous, distinct pairing during breeding (Ref. 205). Eggs are demersal and adhere to the substrate (Ref. 205). Males guard and aerate the eggs (Ref. 205).
Morphology
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Dorsal spines (total): 14; Dorsal soft rays (total): 14 - 16; Analspines: 2; Analsoft rays: 15 - 17
Trophic Strategy
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Inhabits inshore and offshore coral reefs (Ref. 7247).
- Recorder
- Drina Sta. Iglesia
Biology
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Adults inhabit inshore and offshore coral reefs (Ref. 7247). Oviparous, distinct pairing during breeding (Ref. 205). Eggs are demersal and adhere to the substrate (Ref. 205). Males guard and aerate the eggs (Ref. 205).
Importance
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fisheries: of no interest
