| Citation | Paul, L., 2000, New Zealand fishes. Identification, natural history and fisheries.. Reed Books, Auckland. |
| Ref. | Paul, L., 2000 |
| Page | 109 |
| Named Used as Valid | Coris picta |
| Comment | |
| Locality | |
| Distribution | New Zealand |
| Quote | Average size 10-20 cm, males reaching 30 cm. Feed on small crustaceans. |