Origin
Found throughout the South Pacific—from eastern Indonesia and Papua New Guinea to Fiji and the Great Barrier Reef. Inhabits deeper coral slopes and lagoon drop-offs.

Visual & Behavioral Appeal
Its dark charcoal-gray body contrasts beautifully with its bright yellow nose, dorsal edges, and tail. Smooth glider with calm, deliberate movements. Tends to hover near ledges or meander along coral outcroppings.

Purpose
Adds elegance and natural realism to reef tanks. Peaceful demeanor makes it an aesthetic and behavioral contrast to more active species.

Importance
Serves as a peaceful indicator species—its decline often signals early reef degradation. In aquaria, its presence encourages mindful, stable tank practices.

Included Resources
Needs well-established tanks with high water clarity, moderate flow, and diverse live rock structure. May be shy for weeks—benefits from low lighting and peaceful tankmates.

Best Use Cases
Large reef or FOWLR aquariums (100+ gallons). Excellent in biotope displays from Fiji or Micronesia. May do well in pairs if introduced together.

Conservation Context
While not currently endangered, their reliance on healthy coral zones makes them vulnerable to reef bleaching. Overcollection in select areas could lead to regional stress.

Ideal Aquatic Species
• Peaceful tangs (Kole, Scopas)
• Fairy wrasses
• Flame hawkfish
• Other docile butterflyfish
• Gobies and dartfish

Region (A)
• Latitude: -17.7134° S
• Longitude: 178.0650° E
(Fiji – outer reef slopes and lagoon edges)

Region (B)
• Latitude: -6.3149° S
• Longitude: 143.9555° E
(Papua New Guinea – coral drop-offs and sheltered reef zones)