Cave grouper
Cephalopholis sexmaculata
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Saltwater
Overview
Cave grouper (Cephalopholis sexmaculata) is a marine fish of the family Epinephelidae, in the order Perciformes/Serranoidei. Maximum recorded length is 50 cm, with a maximum published weight of 7 kg. Its recorded depth range is 0–150 m. Recorded habitats include neritic, coral reefs.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 50,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 7,0 kg |
| Plage de profondeur | 0-150m |
Habitat & Distribution
Neritic, coral reefs
Type d'eau
Saltwater
Plage de profondeur
0-150m
Informations sur la pêche
Poisson de pêche sportive
Oui
Taxonomy
| Ordre | Perciformes/Serranoidei |
| Famille | Epinephelidae |
| Espèces | Cephalopholis sexmaculata |
Foire aux questions
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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