This species is found in a variety of depths, ranging from 4 to 280 meters, and inhabits a variety of habitats, such as seagrass beds and mud bottoms. It is most commonly seen on the outer slopes of reefs, where it feeds on small fish and crustaceans.
distinctive characters
The dorsal fin has 11 spines and 16-18 rays, the anal fin has 3 spines and 8 rays, the anal fin of adults is angular or pointed, the pectoral fin has 17-19 rays, the body depth is 2.8-3.3 in standard length, and there are 15-18 gill rakers on the lower limb, with a caudal fin that is truncate or slightly concave.