The Foursaddle grouper (Epinephelus spilotoceps) is a saltwater fish of the family Serranidae that grows up to 48 cm.
Description
The Foursaddle grouper is a grouper (Epinephelidae) from the Indo-Pacific. The species grows to about 47 cm and has a robust, stocky body with a large mouth. The body bears a honeycomb pattern of dark blotches and a few saddle marks on the back. As a bottom-oriented ambush predator it shelters in crevices, caves and wrecks of coral and rocky reefs and engulfs fish and crustaceans. Many groupers change sex. It is a valued food fish. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Foursaddle grouper?
The Foursaddle grouper has a torpedo-shaped body and is mainly brown.
Where does the Foursaddle grouper live?
The Foursaddle grouper lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Foursaddle grouper get?
The Foursaddle grouper grows to a maximum of about 48 cm.
Is the Foursaddle grouper dangerous to humans?
No, the Foursaddle grouper is harmless to humans.
Is the Foursaddle grouper edible?
Yes, the Foursaddle grouper is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Epinephelus
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