Mycteroperca fusca

  • Island grouper
  • Makronesen-Zackenbarsch
  • Mérou des îles
  • Abade

Distribution

  • 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 1 and 200 Meters.
  • Rare species.
  • Endemic species.

General behaviour of the species

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

General characteristics of the species

  • Maximum size : 80 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 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
The species can be confused with other species of similar appearance!