Napoleon Wrasse - Cheilinus undulatus

This particular Napoleon Wrasse - Cheilinus undulatus was huge in size, nearly 2 meters length.
They are listed as Endangered due to their declining numbers and illegal taking by fisherman as this fish is considered a delicacy and highly sought after among Chinese communities in China. Taiwan and Hong Kong.

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Ferdy Christant

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This one looks absolutely incredible full screen, crazy amount of detail! Posted 7 years ago
1. Albert Kang
  
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  Yes, the markings on the face, the body and the fins are very nice.
  And this one was huge, you can see a turtle in the background. Posted 7 years ago

abhitap

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WOw!!! Awesome underwater series sir!! Posted 7 years ago
1. Albert Kang
  
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  Thanks, abhitap :) Posted 7 years ago

The Humphead wrasse

The humphead wrasse, ''Cheilinus undulatus'', is a 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, Napoleonfish; and ''so mei'' 蘇眉 , ''mameng'' , and ''merer'' in the Pohnpeian language of the Caroline Islands.

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Similar species: Perch-like Fishes

Species identified by Albert Kang