Fishing for Humphead wrasse

Cheilinus undulatus

The humphead wrasse is a large, colorful reef fish known for its prominent forehead. It inhabits coral reefs in the Indo-Pacific region. Adults can reach up to 90 inches and weigh over 400 pounds. This species feeds on mollusks, crustaceans, and small fish. Humphead wrasses are solitary and often seen swimming slowly along the reef. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

Common depth

3 ft - 328 ft

IUCN Status

Endangered

Threat to humans

Reports of ciguatera poisoning

Source: Fishbase

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