Western Scalyfin

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).

Dorsal spines (total): 13; Dorsal soft rays (total): 18 - 21; Analspines: 2; Analsoft rays: 13 - 16

Occurs inshore (Ref. 75154). Inhabits rocky reefs and occasionally coral reefs (Ref. 7247).

Adults occur inshore in rocky reefs and occasionally coral reefs (Ref. 75154). 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).