Distribution : Poupin et al., (2005: 13) - West and Central Pacific. Japan; Taiwan, Hawaiian Is., French Polynesia (Tuamotu Archip.: Fakarava, Makatea, Mataiva, Taiaro, Takapoto).
Regional Data (French Polynesia, Pitcairn, Easter Island, Clipperton)Distribution & Ecology: Tuamotu (Fakarava, Makatea, Mataiva, Taiaro, Takapoto) - Marine; Shoreline to 10 m; Hard bottom.