Maori Wrasse Collection

Humphead wrasse
Un magnifique Napoleon escorte par une carangue bleu. photo prise entre deux raies manta sur le site de plongee de Magic Mountain a Misool.. Barathieu Gabriel

Napoleon wrasse (Cheilinus undulatus) on a coral reef. Ras Mohammed National Park, Sinai, Egypt. Red Sea

Large male Napoleon wrasse (Cheilinus undulatus) yawning. Ras Mohammed, Sinai, Egypt. Red Sea

Napoleon wrasse (Cheilinus undulatus) portrait. Red Sea, Egypt. October

Napoleon wrasse (Cheilinus undulatus) swimming over a coral reef, Ras Mohammed National Park, Sinai, Egypt, Red Sea

Large adult Napoleon wrasse in Maldives
A large adult napoleon wrasse, Cheilinus undulatus, swims infront of a shipwreck. Photographed at North Ari Atoll, Maldives

Detail of napoleon wrasse skin
A close up of the pattern of the skin of a napoleon wrasse, Cheilinus undulatus. Photographed at South Ari Atoll, Maldives

Detail of napoleon wrasse eye
A close up of the pattern surrounding the eye of a napoleon wrasse, Cheilinus undulatus. Photographed at South Ari Atoll, Maldives

Humphead wrasse, Cheilinus undulatus and anthiases at Elphinstone Reef, Red Sea, Egypt

Maori / Napoleon Wrasse - female - Indonesia
VT-8928 Maori / Napoleon Wrasse - female Indonesia Cheilinus undulatus Endangered Valerie & Ron Taylor Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Maori Wrasse / Humpheaded Wrasse - female - All this family of fish are born female
VT-8840 Maori Wrasse / Humpheaded Wrasse - female Papua New Guinea Cheilinus undulatus All this family of fish are born female

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The Maori wrasse, also known as the Napoleon wrasse or Humphead wrasse, is a majestic creature found in the waters of various regions. With its vibrant colors and impressive size, it truly stands out on the coral reefs it calls home. In Ras Mohammed National Park, Sinai, Egypt, a Napoleon wrasse gracefully swims over a mesmerizing coral reef. Its presence adds to the beauty of this underwater paradise. Meanwhile, in the same area, a large male Napoleon wrasse yawns lazily. It seems even these magnificent creatures need their rest. A portrait of another Napoleon wrasse captures its intricate features in stunning detail. The Red Sea provides an ideal backdrop for this captivating fish during October. Its skin displays unique patterns that make it easily recognizable among other marine species. Venturing further into Asia and Indonesia reveals more encounters with these fascinating creatures. At Elphinstone Reef in the Red Sea, Egypt, a Humphead wrasse peacefully coexists with anthiases. This harmonious scene showcases nature's delicate balance and diversity. Interestingly enough, all members of this family are born female but undergo sex changes as they mature. In Papua New Guinea and Indonesia specifically, female they are transform into males capable of defending harems from rival males. Whether you encounter them in Sinai or Maldives or witness their eye-catching skin patterns up close - one thing is certain.