Range: Southwestern Indian Ocean: Southern Coast of Africa to the Mascarene Islands, Madagascar, and Mauritius

Size: Up to 6 in (15 cm)

Natural Environment: Inhabit outer reef areas with dense coral growths

General Husbandry: Has a temperature range of 72 - 83°F (22 - 28°C) and its natural diet consists mainly of algae. Requires a varied vegetable diet, including fresh macroalgae, Spirulina, dried seaweed, and enriched vegetable flakes, and requires two or three feedings per day. Rare, but worth the price when available.

Aquarium Suitability: * & * *