Fish Database - Species Details

African Sand Wrasse

Coris cuvieri

African Sand Wrasse - Coris cuvieri

1. Adult

Photographer: Dave Cullen

African Sand Wrasse - Coris cuvieri

2. Juvenile

Photographer: Dave Cullen


Description

Formerly known as Coris africana

Length

38cm

Habitat

Weedy areas or coral reefs. Juveniles found in tide pools.

Behaviour

Shy and solitary. Turns over rocks looking for prey.

Depth


Min5m
Max50m

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