The Barred-chest grouper (Epinephelus faveatus) is a saltwater fish of the family Serranidae that grows up to 32 cm.
Description
The barred-chest grouper is a grouper (Epinephelidae) from the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 32 cm and has a light-brown body densely covered with dark, honeycomb-like spots and a few bars on the chest. 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 Barred-chest grouper?
The Barred-chest grouper has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly brown and shows a spots pattern.
Where does the Barred-chest grouper live?
The Barred-chest grouper lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Barred-chest grouper get?
The Barred-chest grouper grows to a maximum of about 32 cm.
Is the Barred-chest grouper dangerous to humans?
No, the Barred-chest grouper is harmless to humans.
Is the Barred-chest grouper edible?
Yes, the Barred-chest grouper is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Epinephelus
More from the family Serranidae
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