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Napoleon wrasse

Cheilinus undulatus

Photo by The MnMs
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Field Notes

Description:

Big, up to 1 m. With hump on its forehead and beautiful pattern.
Green and blue.

Habitat:

Coral reef waters

Reference Links:

Humphead wrasse

Species ID Suggestions

Napoleon wrasse

Cheilinus undulatus

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Comments (7)
Dan Doucette
Yes, very friendly and genuine people despite their past. I was just in Vietnam and Laos in the winter of 2009/10. I think you will like it there as well. I've added a number of spottings from each country.
The MnMs
I was really impressed not only by the beauty of the country but also of their people and felt very sorry for the still recent genocide. Cambodia has lots to see and enjoy. I also want to visit Laos and Vietnam next. Let´s see .-) Thanks Elsa!
Dan Doucette
I knew it! I had a feeling it was Banteay Srei too by the entrance of the temple. Yes, Ankgor Wat is a must see. I spent a month in Cambodia back in 2003.
Elsa
Awesome shot!!
The MnMs
It is actually from Banteay Srei. I was in Cambodia last February and indeed I was also in Angkor Wat. Is awesome this country. A definitive must see :-) As for the napoleon, since he is green and blue is hard to make a pic where the colors are contrasted from the blue of the water so I decided to show him in B& W for better appreciation of the patterns.
The MnMs
It is actually from Banteay Srei. I was in Cambodia last February and indeed I was also in Cambodia. Is awesome this country. A definitive must see :-) As for the napoleon, since he is green and blue is hard to make a pic where the colors are contrasted from the blue of the water so I decided to show him in B& W for better appreciation of the patterns.
Dan Doucette
This does almost look cooler in B+ W! But I'm glad there is a color pic too. Is your profile pic from Ankgor Wat? It's very small but that's what it looks like.

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PublishedMay 20, 2011

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