Goldspotted Rockcod
NameGoldspotted Rockcod
Scientific NameEpinephelus coioides
Common NamesGoldspotted Rockcod, Goldspotted Grouper, Estuary Cod
FamilySerranidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Red Sea, East Africa, Western Pacific
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)1000
Max Size (Inches)36
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)75-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesOther large groupers, Large snappers, Large moray eels, Other very large, robust, and aggressive marine fish
Description
The Goldspotted Rockcod is a large, predatory marine fish characterized by its mottled brown and white body adorned with numerous small golden-yellow spots. It is a robust species found in coral reefs, rocky areas, and estuaries throughout the Indo-Pacific. Due to its significant adult size and predatory nature, it is generally unsuitable for most home aquariums and requires an extremely large, specialized setup.
