Cheilinus undulatus

Wrasses

Humphead wrasse
Napo-Panzerwels
Napoléon
Napoleòn
Becculongu

Distribution

The tropical Pacific
The Red Sea
The Indian Ocean

Environment and movement of the diurnal species

The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
The species is generally seen moving in its environment.
The species can be found between 0 and 100 Meters.
Rare species.

Environment and movement of the nocturnal species

The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
The species is generally motionless in its environment
The species is found in a sheltered zone

General behaviour of the species

The species is territorial
Species generally solitary
The animal is fearful of the diver

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 230 cm
Maximum age known : 32 year(s)
The animal is a hunter high in the food chain.
Diet : Mollusks - - - Fishes
The animal can show variable colouring
The animal is a protogynous transsexual

Relationship with humans

The species is in great demand and highly appreciated
The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
- - Fishing or commercial aquiculture for food
- -Sport or local fishing
The species is classified asEndangered