| Citation | Allen, G.R. and M.V. Erdmann, 2012, Reef fishes of the East Indies.. Perth, Australia: Universitiy of Hawai'i Press, Volumes I-III. Tropical Reef Research. |
| Ref. | Allen, G.R. and M.V. Erdmann, 2012 |
| Page | 773 |
| Named Used as Valid | Helcogramma desa |
| Comment | |
| Locality | Philippines, Cuyo Islands, Cocoro Islands. |
| Distribution | Philippines (Cuyo Islands and Palawan) and Vietnam. |
| Quote | exposed coasts among rocky boulders and in surge channels; 0-7 m; |