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The Grouper (Aethaloperca rogaa) is a saltwater fish of the family Serranidae that grows up to 60 cm.
Description
The redmouth grouper is a grouper (Serranidae) from the Indo-West Pacific, from the Red Sea to the western Pacific. The species reaches about 60 cm and has a deep, dark-grey to black body with a conspicuous red-orange mouth cavity. It inhabits coastal reefs and lagoons, often on silty sites, in or near caves and holes in the reef. The diet consists mainly of small fishes, supplemented with mantis shrimps and other crustaceans. Like many groupers the species is a protogynous hermaphrodite, beginning as a female and later able to change into a male.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Grouper?
The Grouper has a flattened, disc-shaped body, is mainly black and shows a plain pattern. Dark body with a striking red-orange mouth cavity; shelters in caves; protogynous hermaphrodite.
Where does the Grouper live?
The Grouper lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Indo-West Pacific, from the Red Sea to the western Pacific.
How big does the Grouper get?
The Grouper grows to a maximum of about 60 cm. On average the species is around 35 cm.
Is the Grouper dangerous to humans?
No, the Grouper is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Grouper edible?
The Grouper is rarely eaten.
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