Common name: Batu coris

General information

The Batu Coris Wrasse, scientifically known as Coris batuensis, is a vibrant and active fish that adds both color and dynamism to a saltwater aquarium. This species is known for its striking coloration, with males typically displaying a mix of bright green, blue, and orange hues, while females and juveniles are more subdued with brownish tones and white stripes.

Care

Batu Coris Wrasses are relatively hardy and adaptable, making them suitable for both intermediate and experienced aquarists. They require a well-established aquarium with a sandy substrate for burrowing and plenty of live rock for hiding and hunting. A tight-fitting lid is essential as these wrasses are known jumpers. They thrive on a varied diet of meaty foods, including frozen mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, and quality marine pellets.

Reproduction

In the wild, Coris batuensis exhibits protogynous hermaphroditism, where individuals start life as females and can change to males as they mature. In the aquarium, breeding these wrasses can be challenging, and there is limited information on successful captive breeding.

Habitat

The Batu Coris Wrasse is native to the Western Pacific, where it inhabits coral-rich areas and rubble slopes of lagoons and seaward reefs. They are typically found at depths ranging from shallow waters to about 30 meters deep.