About Coris gaimard (Quoy & Gaimard, 1824)
Taxonomic Information
Coris gaimard (Quoy & Gaimard, 1824) can reach a maximum total length of 40 cm (16 in), but most individuals do not exceed 20 cm (7.9 in).
Juvenile Coloration
Juvenile Coris gaimard are bright red, marked with large white spots that have black margins.
Adult Facial & Fin Coloration
Adult individuals have pink faces and pink fins, with the exception of the bright yellow tail fin.
Adult Anterior Body Coloration
The body is green toward the anterior end, darkening toward the caudal peduncle, which is decorated with bright blue specks. As the fish matures into adulthood, it develops a very bright orange anterior region.
Adult Posterior Body Coloration
The posterior region of the adult body has drastically distinct shading, and is dotted with very bright blue spots that are ringed with dark blue.
