Diagnostic Description
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Similar to A. sexfasciatus, but has one less dark bar on the sides.
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): 12 - 13; Dorsal soft rays (total): 12 - 13; Analspines: 2; Analsoft rays: 12 - 13
Trophic Strategy
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Inhabits rocky inshore and offshore reefs (Ref 7247).
- Recorder
- Drina Sta. Iglesia
Biology
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Adults inhabit rocky inshore and offshore 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; aquarium: commercial