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The Brownspotted grouper (Epinephelus bilobatus) is a saltwater fish of the family Serranidae that grows up to 33 cm.
Description
The brownspotted grouper is a grouper from the eastern Indian Ocean, along northwestern Australia. The species grows to about 33 cm and has a pale brown body with numerous round, dark-brown spots. As a bottom-dweller it lives on rocky and coral-rich reefs and hunts small fish and crustaceans. Like other groupers it is a protogynous hermaphrodite, starting as a female and later able to change into a male. The fish is harmless to humans and is assessed as Least Concern (LC) by the IUCN.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Brownspotted grouper?
The Brownspotted grouper has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly brown and shows a spots pattern. Dark brown blotched; protogynous hermaphrodite
Where does the Brownspotted grouper live?
The Brownspotted grouper lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Eastern Indian Ocean
How big does the Brownspotted grouper get?
The Brownspotted grouper grows to a maximum of about 33 cm.
Is the Brownspotted grouper dangerous to humans?
No, the Brownspotted 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 Brownspotted grouper edible?
Yes, the Brownspotted grouper is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Epinephelus
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