Potato Grouper
Epinephelus tukula
- Group: Grouper
- Typical depth: 10–400 m
- Max size: 2 m
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A massive grouper reaching two metres, the potato grouper haunts deep reef channels and seamounts in strong current. It eats reef fish, skates, crabs and spiny lobsters, holds its ground fiercely against intruders, and on some reefs grows bold enough to follow divers.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Perciformes › Epinephelidae › Epinephelus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 218246.
FAQ
- How deep does the Potato Grouper live?
- The Potato Grouper (Epinephelus tukula) is typically found at 10–400 m.
- Is the Potato Grouper dangerous to divers?
- The Potato Grouper is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Potato Grouper get?
- The Potato Grouper grows to about 2 m.