Flowery Rockcod
NameFlowery Rockcod
Scientific NameEpinephelus fuscoguttatus
Common NamesFlowery Rockcod, Brown-marbled Grouper, Tiger Grouper, Marbled Grouper
FamilySerranidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Red Sea, East Africa, Central Pacific
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)300
Max Size (Inches)47
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)75-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesOther large groupers (with caution and sufficient space), Large snappers, Moray eels, Lionfish (with caution), Triggerfish (large species)
Description
The Flowery Rockcod is a large, predatory marine grouper characterized by its distinctive brown and white mottled pattern, resembling a 'flowery' or marbled appearance. It is a robust fish found in coral reef environments across the Indo-Pacific, often observed at cleaning stations. Due to its significant size and predatory nature, it requires a very large aquarium and careful tankmate selection.
