Mycteroperca bonaci

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  • Black grouper
  • Schwarzer Zackenbarsch
  • Zwarte zeebaars
  • Badèche bonaci;Capitaine noir
  • Cuna bonací
  • Cernia bonaci

Distribution

  • The tropical Atlantic

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 5 and 35 Meters.
  • Uncommon Species

General behaviour of the species

  • Species generally solitary
  • The animal is fearful of the diver

General characteristics of the species

  • Maximum size : 150 cm
  • Maximum age known : 40 year(s)
  • The animal is a hunter high in the food chain.
  • Diet : Fishes
  • 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