African hind
Cephalopholis taeniops
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African hind (Cephalopholis taeniops) is a marine fish of the family Epinephelidae, in the order Perciformes/Serranoidei. Maximum recorded length is 70 cm. Its recorded depth range is 20–300 m.
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The African hind (Cephalopholis taeniops) is a large saltwater grouper reaching up to 70 cm in length. It inhabits rocky reef environments in the eastern Atlantic off Africa and is a valued food and sport fish.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 70,0 cm |
| Rango de Profundidad | 20-300m |
Habitat & Distribution
Taxonomy
| Orden | Perciformes/Serranoidei |
| Familia | Epinephelidae |
| Especies | Cephalopholis taeniops |
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