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The Timor grouper (Epinephelus timorensis) is a saltwater fish of the family Serranidae that grows up to 71 cm.
Description
The Timor grouper is a grouper (Epinephelidae) from reef and rocky water of the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 40 cm and has a robust, stocky body with a large mouth. As a bottom-oriented ambush hunter it shelters by rocks, caves and coral and engulfs fish and crustaceans with a sudden, suction gulp. Many groupers change sex during their lives. It is a valued food fish. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Timor grouper?
The Timor grouper has a torpedo-shaped body and is mainly brown.
Where does the Timor grouper live?
The Timor grouper lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Oceania: American Samoa, Australia, Fiji, Kiribati, Samoa
How big does the Timor grouper get?
The Timor grouper grows to a maximum of about 71 cm.
Is the Timor grouper dangerous to humans?
No, the Timor 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.
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Same genus Epinephelus
More from the family Serranidae
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