Friday, February 19, 2016

Wrasse Fish from Australia

Sydney Aquarium
Humphead Maori wrasse

Photography by Darren Jew
2015

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The humphead wrasse (Cheilinus undulatus) is also known as the Māori wrasse, Napoleon wrasse, Napoleon fish and Napoleonfish.  They are known for their long life spans. The females are known to live for around 50 years, whereas males live for around 45 years. 

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