Epinephelus marginatus

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Dusky grouper
Riesen-Zackenbarsch
Zwarte tandbaars
Mérou noir;Mérou brun
Mero moreno
Cernia bruna

Distribution

The tropical Atlantic
The temperate Atlantic
The Mediterranean

Environment and movement of the diurnal species

The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
The species is generally seen moving in its environment.
The species can be found between 8 and 300 Meters.
Rare species.

General behaviour of the species

The species is territorial
Species generally solitary
The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 150 cm
Maximum age known : 50 year(s)
The animal is a hunter high in the food chain.
Diet : Fishes - - Crabs
The animal can show variable colouring
The animal is a protogynous transsexual

Relationship with humans

The species is in great demand and highly appreciated
The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
- - Fishing or commercial aquiculture for food
- -Sport or local fishing
The species is classified asEndangered