Napoleon wrasse cheilinus undulatuspixianai
Napoleon Wrasse (Cheilinus undulatus)

Adult Length: Up to 2.3 metres
The Napoleon wrasse is one of the largest reef fish in the world. Its bulbous forehead and brilliant colouring make it unmistakable. It inhabits coral-rich waters across the Indo-Pacific, including parts of southern Korea. Overfished for the luxury live reef trade, it is now endangered and protected under CITES.

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