Corcotropus roseus is a species of fish within the family Aploactinidae.

They are found in the Indian Ocean in the Maldives[1][2] and along the coast of India at depths less than 100 m (330 ft).

[1] The fish is classified as "Least Concern" in terms of conservation needs.

[1] The maxrimum total length of Corcotropus roseus is 6.3 cm (2.5 in), with the max published weight being 5.25 grams (0.185 oz).

It has 14 dorsal spines, 9 dorsal soft rays, 2 anal spines, 6 anal soft rays, and 27 vertebrae.