It grows to a size of 25 centimeters in length or about 9.8 inches.

[2] This species is usually found in small groups and sometimes forms large schools.

[3][5] Myripristis vittata is found in marine environments within reef-associated areas.

They occupy the depth range of about 3 – 80 meters, but more specifically this species stays in the depth range of about 15 – 80 meters.

[3] Myripristis vittata occasionally makes its way into the aquarium trade.