Humphead wrasse - Napoleon fish

Have you ever seen a Napoleon Wrasse? Native to the Indian Ocean and South China Sea, they can grow up to 2-meters long and live for over 40-years! Just look at those beautiful, intricate markings on his face, it makes me smile. Sadly they are now endangered, and over fished as a delicacy in Hong Kong. Sustainable travel includes knowing what types of over-fished fish to avoid eating when you travel. Please say NO to eating Napoleon Wrasse. 🐠🐟🐬💦 📸Photo credit: hakai magazine

Alex Mustard on Instagram: “Elvis. A curious and huge humphead wrasse on a coral reef in Ras Mohammed National Park. Sadly this great fish is a rare sight through much…”

Humphead wrasse

Napoleon fish

The humphead wrasse has large, plump lips that make this fish the perfect creature to control the growth of toxic and spiny reef creatures.

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The Humphead Wrasse, Cheilinus undulatus. Read more about lifestyle, photos and identification. Also known as the Napoleon or Maori Wrasse.