Camouflage Grouper
Epinephelus polyphekadion
- Group: Grouper
- Typical depth: 0–50 m
- Max size: 90 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: VU
The camouflage grouper haunts coral rich lagoon and outer reefs, slipping through caves and crevices and gathering at spawning time. It takes crabs, fishes and the odd cephalopod, but heavy fishing has left it vulnerable, and its flesh can carry ciguatera.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Perciformes › Epinephelidae › Epinephelus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 218197.
FAQ
- How deep does the Camouflage Grouper live?
- The Camouflage Grouper (Epinephelus polyphekadion) is typically found at 0–50 m.
- Is the Camouflage Grouper dangerous to divers?
- The Camouflage Grouper is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Camouflage Grouper get?
- The Camouflage Grouper grows to about 90 cm.