Inhabit deep lagoons and seaward reefs. Occur singly or in pairs. Feed on algae and small benthic invertebrates. Oviparous. Form pairs during breeding. May hybridize with C. xanthurus.Also Known as : Atoll Butterflyfish, Chevron Butterflyfish, Crowned Pearlscale Butterflyfish, Orangetail Butterfl..