The Bluelined coral grouper (Cephalopholis formosa) is a saltwater fish of the family Serranidae that grows up to 34 cm.
Description
The bluelined coral grouper is a grouper (Epinephelidae) from the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 34 cm and has a brown-green body densely covered with fine blue longitudinal lines. As a bottom-oriented ambush predator it lives around coral and rocky reefs and engulfs small fish and crustaceans. It is a food fish. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Bluelined coral grouper?
The Bluelined coral grouper has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly green and shows a horizontal stripes pattern.
Where does the Bluelined coral grouper live?
The Bluelined coral grouper lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Bluelined coral grouper get?
The Bluelined coral grouper grows to a maximum of about 34 cm.
Is the Bluelined coral grouper dangerous to humans?
No, the Bluelined coral grouper is harmless to humans.
Is the Bluelined coral grouper edible?
The Bluelined coral grouper is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Cephalopholis
More from the family Serranidae
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