Fishing for Elegant coris

Coris venusta

The elegant coris is a visually striking marine fish known for its elongated body and vibrant coloration, featuring a bright red-orange body with distinct white spots and lines. Inhabiting coral reefs of the Indo-Pacific region, it can grow up to 12 inches in length. This species exhibits active foraging behavior, often seen sifting through sand and rubble in search of prey. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase