One of the most abundant species of Parupeneus. Inhabits large sand patches as well as sand and rubble areas of reef flats, and lagoon and seaward reefs to a depth of about 100 m. Forages on sand-dwelling invertebrates like polychaete worms and crustaceans. Feeding is diurnal; from 19 adult specimens for food-habit study, the prey in order by volume in the stomachs: crabs (portunid, anomuran, xanthid, and raninid), worms (mainly polychaetes but also sipunculids and unidentified), small bivalve molluscs, brachiopods, shrimps, small gastropods, isopods, amphipods, foraminifera, and a small unidentified eel. Individuals from Palau and eastern Carolines often have a yellow band immediately above the broad black band extending behind the eye. Adults solitary or in small groups. Juveniles usually in small groups, often mixed with other species in sparse seagrass habitats.Also Known as : Origin : Central Pacific
Max Size
1.4
Recommend Tank
125
Care Level
Beginner
Temperament
Peaceful
Reef Safe
Caution
Diet
Carnivore
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