Sawtail grouper
Mycteroperca prionura
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Saltwater
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 105,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 14,06 kg |
| Rango de Profundidad | 8-55m |
Habitat & Distribution
Tipo de Agua
Saltwater
Rango de Profundidad
8-55m
Taxonomy
| Orden | Perciformes/Serranoidei |
| Familia | Epinephelidae |
| Especies | Mycteroperca prionura |
Preguntas Frecuentes
How big does Sawtail grouper get?
Sawtail grouper can grow up to 105.0 cm long and weigh 14.06 kg.
What family does Sawtail grouper belong to?
Sawtail grouper (Mycteroperca prionura) belongs to the family Epinephelidae in the order Perciformes/Serranoidei.
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