Camouflage Grouper
NameCamouflage Grouper
Scientific NameEpinephelus polyphekadion
Common NamesCamouflage Grouper, Marbled Grouper, Speckled Grouper, Snoutspot Grouper
FamilySerranidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Red Sea, East Africa, French Polynesia, Australia
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)500
Max Size (Inches)24
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)75-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesOther large, robust groupers (in very large systems), Large angelfish (e.g., Emperor Angelfish), Large triggerfish (with caution), Large puffers (with caution), Moray eels (larger species)
Description
The Camouflage Grouper is a large, predatory marine fish recognized by its distinctive mottled brown and white pattern, providing excellent camouflage in its coral reef habitat. This solitary species is an ambush predator, feeding on smaller fish and crustaceans. Due to its significant size and predatory nature, it requires an extremely large aquarium and is suitable only for expert aquarists.
