Coris Flava
📖 Overview
Coris Flava (Coris flava) is a ray-finned fish of the family Labridae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in reef-associated environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 22.5 cm. With a trophic level of 3.5, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 9; Dorsal soft rays (total): 12; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 12; Vertebrae: 15. This species is distinguished from its congeners by the following set of characters: D IX, 12; A III, 12; pectoral rays 14; lateral-line scales 71 (+3); no scales on head; gill rakers 15; a single pair of large, strongly projecting, and slightly recurved canine teeth anteriorly in each jaw, upper pair slightly out flaring, lowers fitting between uppers when mouth closed; presence of canine tooth at corner of mouth; body depth 3.52 in SL; caudal fin truncate; anterior part of dorsal fin not elevated; pelvic fins short, 1.7 in head length; body and fins of adults bright yellow, eye orange yellow, anterior dorsal-fin membrane with a dark grey blotch .: fusiform / normal; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Coris Flava is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Coris Flava is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Coris Flava is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; depth range ? - 250 m . Tropical Indian Ocean: Reunion I.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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