Epinephelus fuscoguttatus

Brown-marbled grouper
Stierkopf-Zackenbarsch
Mérou marron

Distribution

The tropical Pacific
The Indian Ocean

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 60 Meters.
Rare species.

General behaviour of the species

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

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 120 cm
Maximum age known : 40 year(s)
The animal is a hunter high in the food chain.
Diet : Fishes - -
The animal is a protogynous transsexual

Relationship with humans

The species is good to eat
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!