pale-barred coris
| Scientific name | Coris dorsomacula |
|---|---|
| Descriptor | Fowler |
| Year of description | 1908 |
| IUCN category | LC |
| Family | Labridae |
| Genus | Coris |
Introduction
Coris dorsomacula, commonly known as pale-barred coris, is a salt water fish.
Who is it?
Morphology
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Average size25 cm
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Maximum size38 cm
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ShapeRectangular
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Patternvertical stripes
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Average size25 cm
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Maximum size38 cm
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ShapeRectangular
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Patternvertical stripes
How to recognize the pale-barred coris ?
The pale-barred coris measures around 25 cm. The dominant males can however reach 38 cm. This fish is tricolore with a predominantly rouge, marron and blanc body. The also has blanc vertical stripes.
Sexual dimorphism
The adult male is bigger than the female.
Behaviour & Life cycle
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dietcarnivorous
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Sociabilitysolitary
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territorialYes
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Way of livingdiurnal
The pale-barred coris is a fish solitary naturally found near the bottom. This species is carnivorous .
The pale-barred coris is a territorial animal that does not tolerate any incursions into its living area. It is particularly virulent against other territorial species and it can provoke heated fights. Relationships between conspecifics are also hectic, with each seeking to secure its place.
Reproduction
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Reproductionovipare
The pale-barred coris is a fish ovipare.
Harmless species
This species does not represent any particular threats to humans when encountered in its natural environment.
Where to find it?
What is its habitat?
Natural environment characteristics
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Temperature22 - 29 °C
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Depth2 - 40 m
Biotope presentation
The pale-barred coris is most often found at a depth between 2m and 40m. However, it is not impossible to find this species at other depths.
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Species of the same family
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