Fin's Fish Guide
The Pale-barred coris (Coris dorsomacula) is a saltwater fish of the family Labridae that grows up to 38 cm.
Description
The pale-barred coris is a wrasse from the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 38 cm and has an oblong body with a greenish to red-brown colour, fine lines on the head and a few pale cross-bars; juveniles are marked differently. As a reef-dweller it searches over sand and rubble bottoms for small crustaceans and molluscs and buries itself in the sand when threatened. Like many wrasses it is a protogynous hermaphrodite. The fish is harmless to humans. The IUCN has not evaluated the species.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Pale-barred coris?
The Pale-barred coris has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly green and shows a vertical stripes pattern. Pale vertical bars; buries itself in the sand; protogynous hermaphrodite
Where does the Pale-barred coris live?
The Pale-barred coris lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Indo-West Pacific
How big does the Pale-barred coris get?
The Pale-barred coris grows to a maximum of about 38 cm.
Is the Pale-barred coris dangerous to humans?
No, the Pale-barred coris is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
Is the Pale-barred coris edible?
The Pale-barred coris is not usually eaten.
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