Coris formosa

Wrasses

  • Queen coris
  • Brauner Clown-Lippfisch
  • Girelle reine

Distribution

  • The Red Sea
  • The Indian Ocean

Environment and movement of the diurnal species

  • The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
  • The species is generally seen moving in its environment.
  • The species can be found between 2 and 30 Meters.
  • Rare species.

General behaviour of the species

  • Species generally solitary
  • The animal is fearful of the diver

General characteristics of the species

  • Maximum size : 60 cm
  • Maximum age known : 12 year(s)
  • The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.
  • Diet : - Sea urchins - Mollusks
  • The animal can show variable colouring
  • The animal is a protogynous transsexual

Relationship with humans

  • The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest
  • The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
    • - Aquarium enthusiasts.