With eyes that work independently, hawkfish are very good ambush hunters. As bottom dwellers that lack a swim bladder, they prey on small fish and invertebrates. Most species maintain a small territory within which they select 3-4 prime locations to perch and survey the area. The male is very territorial and maintains a harem of females.
Rich has seen these in the past, but today is the first time I got a good look at one. A tri-colored u shaped arc next to the eyes. Sometimes a broad white stripe is visible on the side of the body.
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