Coney
Cephalopholis fulva
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 1–150 m
- Max size: 44 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
This small grouper haunts coral reefs and clear water, hiding in caves and under ledges by day. It begins life as a female and later turns male, and because it can carry ciguatera, larger fish are best treated with caution.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Perciformes › Epinephelidae › Cephalopholis
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 279148.
FAQ
- How deep does the Coney live?
- The Coney (Cephalopholis fulva) is typically found at 1–150 m.
- Is the Coney dangerous to divers?
- The Coney is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Coney get?
- The Coney grows to about 44 cm.