Overview
- Disney Parks unveiled Toa, a Napoleon (humphead) wrasse, in a social post that showed the fish exploring The Seas habitat on July 28.
- This is the first time a Napoleon wrasse has been housed in The Seas with Nemo & Friends pavilion’s 5.7‑million‑gallon saltwater aquarium.
- The fish’s name, Toa, comes from the Māori word for “warrior” or “victor,” a choice Disney staff said reflects the species’ size and resilience.
- Napoleon wrasse can exceed six feet in length and are listed as endangered; they help reef health by eating crown‑of‑thorns sea stars that otherwise damage coral.
- Disney frames Toa’s arrival as a conservation and education moment for visitors, giving guests a chance to learn about reef threats and species protection on site.