Description

Also known as Blue-finned Rockcod, Cod, Coral Cod, Hind, Dothead Rock Grouper, Dothead Rockcod, Dot-tailed Rockcod, Freckled Hind, Rockcod, Trout.

Found singly, in shallow silty waters, over dead corals, of mid-shelf lagoons and back reef areas.
They feed on crustaceans and small fish.
Juveniles found around coral and rubble areas.
Length - 25cm
Depth - 0-50m
Widespread Western Pacific

Groupers are solitary carnivores that hunt near the bottom usually at dusk. Food is drawn into their mouths by a powerful suction when they open their overly large mouths and then swallowed whole.
Spawning is seasonal and controlled by the moons phase. Ref: https://www.fishbase.se/summary/6449