Humphead Wrasse [Cheilinus undulatus]
Description
A true giant of the reef, the Humphead Wrasse cruises with slow, powerful movements and a distinctive, rounded forehead. Divers often spot it hovering near coral heads or along reef slopes, where it patrols for food and occasionally pauses to inspect its surroundings.
Where To See Humphead Wrasse
Citrus Ridge
Raja Ampat
, Indonesia
The Passage
Raja Ampat
, Indonesia
Elephant Head Rock
Similan Islands
, Thailand
Richelieu Rock
Similan Islands
, Thailand
Christmas Point
Similan Islands
, Thailand
Anita's Reef
Similan Islands
, Thailand
Deep Six
Similan Islands
, Thailand
Boulder City
Similan Islands
, Thailand
Chumphon Pinnacle
Koh Tao
, Thailand
Southwest Pinnacles
Koh Tao
, Thailand
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Fish, Sharks & Rays (plus Sea Turtles & Whales)
Chordata
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Teleosts (Bony Fishes)
Teleostei
|
| Order |
Uncertain placement perch-like fishes
Eupercaria incertae sedis
|
| Family |
Wrasses
Labridae
|
| Genus |
Cheilinus
Cheilinus
|
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