Solenostomus cyanopterus Solenostomidae
Distribution: Indo-Pacific: Red Sea and East Africa to Fiji, north to southern Japan, south to Australia.
Habitat: Mostly pelagic until it settles on the substrate for breeding. Uncommon species found in coastal reefs and weedy areas.
Appearance: Color variable (from brown to pink or yellow) with small black and white spots; 2 elongate black spots between first 3 dorsal spines.
Diet: Small crustaceans.
Reproduction: Monogamous, always in pairs. Females carry the eggs in their pelvic fins that are modified to form a brood pouch.
