Blue-and-yellow Grouper
NameBlue-and-yellow Grouper
Scientific NameEpinephelus flavocaeruleus
Common NamesBlue-and-yellow Grouper, Blue-and-yellow Rockcod, Yellowfin Grouper
FamilySerranidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Red Sea, East Africa, Samoa, Southern Japan, Australia
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)750
Max Size (Inches)35
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesOther large groupers (with caution), Large angelfish, Moray eels, Large triggerfish (with caution), Lionfish
Description
The Blue-and-yellow Grouper is a large, predatory marine fish known for its striking blue body and bright yellow fins and mouth. It is a robust species found in coral reefs and rocky areas across the Indo-Pacific, requiring a very large aquarium due to its significant adult size and territorial nature.
