Napoleon wrasse
Cheilinus undulatus
Sighting evidence at Cap Est Reef, Sainte-Marie Island
Photo: David Roche · CC BY-NC
Napoleon wrasse are among the largest bony fish on Indo-Pacific reefs, reaching two metres and 190 kg. Their thick fleshy lips and steep forehead hump make them unmistakable; they feed on hard-shelled prey including sea urchins and crown-of-thorns starfish, providing a regulatory service on reef ecosystems. The species is Endangered globally due to targeted fishing for the live reef food fish trade.
Evidence at this site
No confirmed records on file at this site
Napoleon wrasse is listed as a curated species here based on historical reports.