Humphead Wrasse fishing
Humphead wrasse, also know as Napoleon wrasse (Cheilinus undulatus), is found in the Indian Ocean and the Pacific Ocean. The live around reefs and channel slopes where they feed on molusks, fish and crustaceans.
Larger adults have the typical hump on their forehead. These fish can get enormous. The largest Napoleon wrasse can grow over 2 meter long and weigh over 180kg!

Top Humphead Wrasse Fishing destinations
Humphead wrasse are found in the Red Sea, eastern Africa, the Indian Ocean and the Pacific Ocean around coral reefs and slopes. The best Humphead wrasse fishing destinations are New Caledonia, Australia, Maladives, Andaman Islands, the Seychelles and Madagascar.
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Best Humphead Wrasse Fishing Charters

Game Fisher Maldives
Baa Atoll, Maldives

Catch & Cook Adventure
Uturoa, Raiatea,
