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The Charlie court cod (Epinephelus rivulatus) is a saltwater fish of the family Serranidae that grows up to 45 cm.
Description
The halfmoon grouper is a grouper of the family Serranidae from the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 45 cm and has a stocky, light-brown to olive body with a fine, net-like pattern and sometimes a paler saddle blotch. It is a sedentary, reef-associated species occurring on coral reefs and in areas with rock and seagrass. As an ambush predator it feeds on small fishes and crustaceans. Like many groupers it is a protogynous hermaphrodite, starting as a female. The halfmoon grouper is a valued food fish and is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Charlie court cod?
The Charlie court cod has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly brown and shows a plain pattern. Site-attached reef bass with a fine reticulated pattern; protogynous hermaphrodite.
Where does the Charlie court cod live?
The Charlie court cod lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Indo-West Pacific; coral reefs and areas with rock and seagrass.
How big does the Charlie court cod get?
The Charlie court cod grows to a maximum of about 45 cm.
Is the Charlie court cod dangerous to humans?
No, the Charlie court cod is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Charlie court cod edible?
Yes, the Charlie court cod is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Epinephelus
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