African Coris
Coris gaimard
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–50 m
- Max size: 40 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A solitary wrasse of mixed coral, sand and rubble on exposed reefs, it digs through the bottom for mollusks, crabs and hermit crabs. It grows to about 40 centimetres, and because it can carry ciguatera, large fish warrant caution.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Labridae › Coris
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 218960.
FAQ
- How deep does the African Coris live?
- The African Coris (Coris gaimard) is typically found at 0–50 m.
- Is the African Coris dangerous to divers?
- The African Coris is harmless to divers.
- How big does the African Coris get?
- The African Coris grows to about 40 cm.