The Oval grouper (Triso dermopterus) is a saltwater fish of the family Serranidae that grows up to 68 cm.
Description
The oval grouper is a grouper (Epinephelidae) from deeper reef and rocky water of the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 50 cm and has a deep, stocky, dark-brown to grey-black body with a large mouth. As a bottom-oriented ambush hunter it shelters by rocks, caves and wrecks and seizes fish and crustaceans with a sudden, suction gulp. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Oval grouper?
The Oval grouper has a torpedo-shaped body and is mainly brown.
Where does the Oval grouper live?
The Oval grouper lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Oval grouper get?
The Oval grouper grows to a maximum of about 68 cm.
Is the Oval grouper dangerous to humans?
No, the Oval grouper is harmless to humans.
Is the Oval grouper edible?
Yes, the Oval grouper is commonly eaten.
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