Parupeneus insularis Randall & Myers 2002

Solitary or in small groups. Feeds during the day and at night (diurnal and nocturnal).

Occurs on coral reefs and adjacent habitats, generally in less than 30 m (Ref. 45589), but has been recorded to 83 meters (Ref. 54393). Benthopelagic (Ref. 58302). Stomach contents of 12 specimens consist of 44% by volume of crabs; followed by shrimps, octopuses, mantis shrimps, amphipods and other crustaceans, fishes, and polychaetes (Ref. 45589).

gamefish: yes; aquarium: commercial