Yellowstripe Coris
Coris flavovittata
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 1–98 m
- Max size: 50.8 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
This Hawaiian wrasse forages over reef sand and rubble, crushing sea urchins, bivalves, snails, brittle stars, crabs and worms. It begins life female and can later turn male, reaching around half a metre. Islanders eat it raw, dried, baked or broiled.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Labridae › Coris
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 273555.
FAQ
- How deep does the Yellowstripe Coris live?
- The Yellowstripe Coris (Coris flavovittata) is typically found at 1–98 m.
- Is the Yellowstripe Coris dangerous to divers?
- The Yellowstripe Coris is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Yellowstripe Coris get?
- The Yellowstripe Coris grows to about 50.8 cm.