Garish Hind
NameGarish Hind
Scientific NameCephalopholis sexmaculata
Common NamesGarish Hind, Six-spot Rockcod, Six-spot Grouper, Six-banded Grouper
FamilySerranidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Red Sea, East Africa, French Polynesia, Southern Japan, Australia
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)180
Max Size (Inches)18
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesOther large groupers, Lionfish, Moray eels, Large triggerfish, Large puffers
Description
The Garish Hind is a large, predatory marine grouper known for its striking yellow and white banded pattern and a prominent black spot on its dorsal fin. This robust fish requires a very spacious aquarium and a diet consisting primarily of meaty foods. It is an ambush predator that will consume smaller tankmates.
