Coris julis (Girelle)

The elongated body is weakly compressed on the sides. We meet in the wild two types: the first presents a red livery on the top of the body and the head, sometimes with a stain on the dorsal fin; The second offers a dominant brunette, sometimes purplish at green.

Coris Julis is a fish from the Labridae family, known as the yellow or cornu labre. This fish is native to the tropical waters of the Indian Ocean and the Red Sea, where it is generally near coral reefs. Coris Julis has an elongated shape with a flat body and a wide head. Its color varies from bright yellow to dark orange, with black or brown spots on the back and sides. Cornu labre is a gregarious fish that lives in a group and can reach a size of 30 cm in length.

Coris Julis is a carnivorous fish that feeds mainly on molluscs, echinoderms, crustaceans and other smaller fish. He hunts in a group and uses his sharp teeth to shred his food. The Cornu labre is also known for its ability to dig into the sand in search of hidden food.

Coris Julis is a fish adapted to group life, with a well -developed hierarchical dominance system. The males are generally larger and more colorful than females, and they are responsible for the protection of the group against predators. The females are generally smaller and more discreet, and they take care of reproduction.

Coris Julis is a protected fish in certain regions of its natural distribution area, due to the pressure exerted by fishing and the decline of coral reefs. However, it is also a popular aquarium fish, thanks to its bright color and its gregarious behavior. In captivity, the cornu labre can live up to 10 years if it is well nourished and maintained.