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The humphead wrasse (Cheilinus undulatus) is a large species of wrasse mainly found on coral reefs in the Indo-Pacific region. It is also known as the Māori wrasse, Napoleon wrasse, Napoleon fish, so mei 蘇眉 (Cantonese), mameng (Filipino), and merer in the Pohnpeian language of the Caroline Islands.
The humphead wrasse is an enormous coral reef fish—growing over six feet long—with a prominent bulge on its forehead. Some of them live to be over 30 years old. They roam through coral reefs in search of hard shelled prey such as mollusks, starfish, or crustaceans.
The humphead wrasse (Cheilinus undulatus) is a large species of wrasse mainly found on coral reefs in the Indo-Pacific region. It is also known as the Māori wrasse, Napoleon wrasse, Napoleon fish, so mei 蘇眉 (Cantonese), mameng (Filipino), and merer in the Pohnpeian language of the Caroline Islands.
Weighing up to 400 pounds with distinctive markings behind its eyes, the humphead wrasse is an endangered reef fish. It’s considered a luxury food, especially in Hong Kong, and is a victim of...
The colossal, colorful humphead wrasse (also known as the Napoleon wrasse) is one of the largest fish found in coral reefs. They are easily identifiable by their thick lips and the prominent bump on their foreheads.
Humphead Wrasse Quick Facts. Other Names: Māori wrasse, Napoleon wrasse, Napoleon fish. Scientific Name: Cheilinus undulatus. Type of Animal: Bony fish (Osteichthyes) Animal Family: Labridae (Wrasse family) Where Found: Indo-Pacific region. Length: 0.5 to 2 m (1.6 feet to 6.7 ft.) Weight: Up to 180 kg (400 lb.)
The humphead wrasse is a colorful fish found in the Indo-Pacific region. It is the largest living member of the wrasse family; it goes by different names such as Māori wrasse, mameng , merer , Napoleon wrasse, Napoleon fish, and so mei .
The humphead wrasse continues to be threatened by illegal fishing. Learn what's being done to help save this reef fish species and why they're so important.
They are among the largest fish found on coral reefs and are the largest member of the Family Labridae (Wrasses) with males growing to over 2 meters (~6.6 ft) (commonly about a half a meter) and females are typically found to grow up to a meter.
The humphead wrasse, Cheilinus undulatus, is an emblematic species of coral reefs. This fish lives in most of the Indo-Pacific region, from the Red Sea to New-Caledonia.