Barred-chest Grouper
NameBarred-chest Grouper
Scientific NameEpinephelus fuscoguttatus
Common NamesBarred-chest Grouper, Brown-marbled Grouper, Marbled Grouper, Flowery Cod
FamilySerranidae
OriginIndo-Pacific
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)500
Max Size (Inches)47
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)75-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesOther large groupers (of similar size), Large moray eels, Lionfish, Large triggerfish, Large snappers
Description
The Barred-chest Grouper, likely referring to the Brown-marbled Grouper (*Epinephelus fuscoguttatus*), is a large, predatory marine fish found in the Indo-Pacific. It is characterized by its distinctive mottled brown and cream pattern, providing excellent camouflage on coral reefs. This robust species requires a very spacious aquarium and is a formidable carnivore.
