White Grunt
Haemulon plumierii
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 3–40 m
- Max size: 53 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
By day the white grunt packs into dense schools over patch reefs and sandy bottoms, breaking up at dusk to feed on crustaceans, small molluscs and fishes. Two rivals will face off in a mouth to mouth pushing match, lips wide open, a display that gives the grunts their name.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Haemulidae › Haemulon
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 158808.
FAQ
- How deep does the White Grunt live?
- The White Grunt (Haemulon plumierii) is typically found at 3–40 m.
- Is the White Grunt dangerous to divers?
- The White Grunt is harmless to divers.
- How big does the White Grunt get?
- The White Grunt grows to about 53 cm.