Tropical Reefs

Halfspotted Hawkfish

Paracirrhites hemistictus

Location: Rangiroa, French Polynesia

Scientific Name: Paracirrhites hemistictus

Also known as: Ornate Hawkfish

Category: Hawkfishes

Size: Up to 11 in. (28 cm)

Depth: 3-60 ft. (1-18 m)

Distribution: Central Pacific, French Polynesia, Great Barrier Reef, Fiji