Epinephelus adscensionis

  • Rock hind
  • Felsen-Zackenbarsch
  • Katvis; Gestippelde zeebaars
  • Mérou tacheté, Mérou oualioua
  • Mero cabrilla

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 1 and 50 Meters.
  • Common species.

General behaviour of the species

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

General characteristics of the species

  • Maximum size : 60 cm
  • Maximum age known : 12 year(s)
  • The animal is a hunter high in the food chain.
  • 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 can be confused with other species of similar appearance!