Roving Coralgrouper
Plectropomus pessuliferus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 25–147 m
- Max size: 1.2 m
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
The roving coralgrouper is a large, uncommon grouper of shallow lagoon and seaward reefs, growing to about a hundred and twenty centimetres. Usually seen alone, it is valued enough to turn up in Hong Kong's live fish markets.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Perciformes › Epinephelidae › Plectropomus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 218265.
FAQ
- How deep does the Roving Coralgrouper live?
- The Roving Coralgrouper (Plectropomus pessuliferus) is typically found at 25–147 m.
- Is the Roving Coralgrouper dangerous to divers?
- The Roving Coralgrouper is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Roving Coralgrouper get?
- The Roving Coralgrouper grows to about 1.2 m.