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The Black-dotted grouper (Epinephelus stictus) is a saltwater fish of the family Serranidae that grows up to 33 cm.
Asia: Australia, China, Taiwan/Ch Taipei, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Japan and others
Description
The Black-dotted grouper is a grouper (Epinephelidae) from reef water of the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 40 cm and has a robust, light-brown with small black spots body with a large mouth. As a bottom-oriented ambush hunter it shelters among rocks and coral and engulfs fish and crustaceans with a sudden suction strike. Like many groupers a female changes sex on loss of the male. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Black-dotted grouper?
The Black-dotted grouper has a torpedo-shaped body and is mainly brown.
Where does the Black-dotted grouper live?
The Black-dotted grouper lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Asia: Australia, China, Taiwan/Ch Taipei, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Japan and others
How big does the Black-dotted grouper get?
The Black-dotted grouper grows to a maximum of about 33 cm.
Is the Black-dotted grouper dangerous to humans?
No, the Black-dotted grouper is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
Is the Black-dotted grouper edible?
Yes, the Black-dotted grouper is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Epinephelus
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