A Maori Wrasse (IMAGE)

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A Maori Wrasse

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This photograph shows a Maori wrasse (Cheilinus undulatus) protruding its jaws. Most modern fishes have this ability, which reduces the distance between the fish and its prey.

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Copyright João Paulo Krajewski

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