The Napoleon Wrasse is one of the largest wrasses in the world, recognisable by its massive head, thick lips, and the prominent bump or hump that develops on the forehead of large males. Named for this distinctive profile, it patrols coral and rocky reefs across the Indo-Pacific, hunting molluscs, crustaceans, and small fish. Solitary or in pairs, it is often curious about divers but has become increasingly wary as fishing pressure has mounted.
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Sites where its range and habitat make it likely — not yet confirmed by a logged sighting.