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Life Cycle

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Form pairs during breeding (Ref. 205). Monogamous mating is observed as obligate, genetic and social (Ref. 52884).
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Recorder
Susan M. Luna
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Trophic Strategy

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Found over coral and rubble areas, in pairs or in small groups. Feeds on coral polyps, gorgonians, algae, polychaete worms and small crustaceans.
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Drina Sta. Iglesia
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Biology

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Found over coral and rubble areas, in pairs or in small groups. Found to depths of 65 m (Ref. 81209). Feed on coral polyps, gorgonians, algae, polychaete worms and small crustaceans. Oviparous (Ref. 205), monogamous (Ref. 52884). Form pairs during breeding (Ref. 205). This attractive fish does well in aquarium surroundings and therefore highly prized by hobbyists (Ref. 4858).
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Liza Q. Agustin
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Importance

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aquarium: commercial
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