Distribution: from the Red Sea and East Africa to Southern Japan, Tuamotu and New Caledonia.
Sometimes confused with Pseudobalistes flavimarginatus.
at Coraya Bay (Egypt) © lesli
at Teluk Keke (Malaysia) © anne
at Shark Bay (Thailand) © anne
at Flower Island (Philippines) © manceau
at Wakatobi Dive Resort (Indonesia) © nst56
at Biyadhoo (Male Atolls) © chris-burton
at Green Island (Queensland)
at Gili Trawangan (Indonesia) © maima
at Tubod Marine Sanctuary (Philippines) © mluzvieira
at Lagon de la Saline (Réunion Island) © tiffany4545
at Ukulhas (Ari Atoll) © phildd
at Dhiffushi (Male Atolls) © phildd
at Tetamanu/Fakarava South Pass (Tuamotu Islands) © subdadyves
at Lagon de la Saline (Réunion Island)
at Velidhu (Ari Atoll) © aurelie
Wanting to share some of your pics on this page? Upload your pictures on the spot page where the species has been photographed first (see here the list of all inventoried snorkeling spots). If your pics have been taken at another spot, you can add it to our map (see more here).
Marine life guide homepage
Get monthly updates on trending destinations, amazing snorkeling trips, useful snorkel gear tips, and so much more.