Cave grouper
Cephalopholis sexmaculata
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Saltwater
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 50,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 7,0 kg |
| Rango de Profundidad | 0-150m |
Habitat & Distribution
Neritic, coral reefs
Tipo de Agua
Saltwater
Rango de Profundidad
0-150m
Información de Pesca
Pez de Pesca Deportiva
Sí
Taxonomy
| Orden | Perciformes/Serranoidei |
| Familia | Epinephelidae |
| Especies | Cephalopholis sexmaculata |
Preguntas Frecuentes
How big does Cave grouper get?
Cave grouper can grow up to 50.0 cm long and weigh 7.0 kg.
Where is Cave grouper found?
Neritic, coral reefs
What family does Cave grouper belong to?
Cave grouper (Cephalopholis sexmaculata) belongs to the family Epinephelidae in the order Perciformes/Serranoidei.
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