Coney
NameConey
Scientific NameCephalopholis fulva
Common NamesConey Grouper, Butterfish
FamilySerranidae
OriginWestern Atlantic Ocean, Caribbean Sea, Gulf of Mexico
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)125
Max Size (Inches)16
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesOther large groupers (with caution and adequate space), Moray Eels, Lionfish, Large Angelfish, Triggerfish (some species)
Description
The Coney is a medium-sized marine grouper known for its variable coloration, often displaying red, brown, or bicolored patterns with small blue spots. It is a predatory fish found in coral reefs and rocky areas, feeding primarily on smaller fish and crustaceans.
