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Napoleon Wrasse

Cheilinus undulatus

Description:

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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6 Comments

Leuba Ridgway
Leuba Ridgway 7 years ago

So happy to hear Albert. Makes me feel better !

AlbertKang
AlbertKang 7 years ago

Thanks, @Daniele for another SOTD :)

Thanks too, @Leuba and yes, very unfortunate as this Napoleon Wrasse is an endangered species. Fortunately, where I saw this one, Sipadan Island, Malaysia it is at a marine protected area and have seen more of them in recent years than in many years ago on the island.

Leuba Ridgway
Leuba Ridgway 7 years ago

Congratulations Albert ! A gentle giant...but every time I see pics of some wonderful creature I worry that some stupid human is eating it to extinction somewhere.

DanielePralong
DanielePralong 7 years ago

Congratulations Albert, this impressive Napoleon Wrasse is our Spotting of the Day! Thanks also for highlighting its Endangered status.

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AlbertKang
AlbertKang 7 years ago

Thanks, @Antonio for your kind appreciation and support :)

Beautiful capture Albert,congrats and thanks for sharing

AlbertKang
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AlbertKang

Sabah, Malaysia

Spotted on Nov 24, 2016
Submitted on Nov 28, 2016

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