Biology

Inhabit lagoon and semi-protected seaward reefs (Ref. 9710). Prefer sheltered areas with deep holes or large boulders (Ref. 37816). Benthopelagic (Ref. 58302). Juveniles sometimes found in shallow mangrove swamps and the lower parts of freshwater streams. Feed at night on fishes, shrimps, crabs, holothurians and cephalopods (Ref. 30573).