Babi Wrasse

Looks white at depth. Juveniles with three large black spots in dorsal fin (Ref. 48636).

Distinct pairing during breeding (Ref. 205).

Dorsal spines (total): 9; Dorsal soft rays (total): 12; Analspines: 3; Analsoft rays: 12

Inhabits steep outer reef slopes (Ref. 37816).

Found in steep outer reef slopes to at least 74 m depth (Ref. 34765), with large caves and rich invertebrate growth. Occurs in small groups of females and dominating male (Ref. 48636).