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African coris

African coris

Coris cuvieri

Not Evaluated Saltwater
Panjang Maks.
38,0 cm
Kedalaman
2-50m
Famili

Tentang

The African coris (Coris cuvieri) is a saltwater wrasse found in the western Indian Ocean, growing to 38 cm. It is a colorful reef fish that undergoes dramatic color changes between its juvenile and adult phases.

Physical Description

Measurement Value
Maximum Length 38,0 cm
Kedalaman 2-50m

Habitat & Distribution

Coral reefs, estuaries

Jenis Air
Saltwater
Kedalaman
2-50m
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Taxonomy

Ordo Perciformes (Perch-like fishes)
Famili Labridae (Wrasses)
Spesies Coris cuvieri

Pertanyaan yang Sering Diajukan

How big does African coris get?
African coris can grow up to 38.0 cm long.
Where is African coris found?
Coral reefs, estuaries
What family does African coris belong to?
African coris (Coris cuvieri) belongs to the family Labridae (Wrasses) in the order Perciformes (Perch-like fishes).

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