| Common name | Bebael |
| Language | Palauan |
| Type | Vernacular |
| Official trade name | No |
| Rank | 2 - (Preferred common name (unique)) |
| Country | Palau |
| Locality | Palau |
| Ref. | Johannes, R.E., 1981 |
| Life stage | juveniles and adults |
| Sex | females and males |
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| Remarks | Inhabits the outer reef flat near the reef crest. Forms schools during the spawning period; otherwise seen in pairs. According to fishers, spawning occurs around new and full moons, during the low tide, near the outer reef edge. Spawning activity is greatest in October or November. Also Ref. 100752, 100789. |