Species
Maori Wrasse
Cheilinus undulatus
Also known as humphead wrasse · napoleon wrasse
Tier 4Eating6/10heavy tackleEndangeredQLDWANT
0 waypoints~80–150 cm typical
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Overview: about maori wrasse
Enormous tropical reef wrasse of the GBR and northern Australia, protected as a no-take species. Famous dive-spot fish at reefs like Cod Hole. Occasionally hooked incidentally — release immediately.
Biology: Maori Wrasse size, diet & habitat
- Habitat
- Reef
- Typical size
- 80–150 cm (max 230 cm)
- Weight
- 10–180 kg
- Depth range
- 1–100 m
- Diet
- fish, crustaceans, molluscs
- Global range
- Indo-Pacific
How to target: Maori Wrasse angling strategies
Generally fished with heavy tackle — match gear to the conditions and the size of fish you expect.
- release-only — no-take species
Best season: when to catch maori wrasse in Australia
No seasonal pattern for maori wrasse yet. Seasons shift with water temperature and local conditions — check state fisheries advice and recent local reports before planning a trip.
Where to catch: maori wrasse fishing spots in Australia
No mapped spots or marks for maori wrasse yet. As waypoints are added that list this species, they'll appear here.