Marbled Coralgrouper
NameMarbled Coralgrouper
Scientific NamePlectropomus leopardus
Common NamesMarbled Coralgrouper, Leopard Coralgrouper, Leopard Coral Trout, Coral Trout
FamilySerranidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Western Pacific, Great Barrier Reef, Southeast Asia
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)500
Max Size (Inches)47
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)75-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarge Moray Eels, Large Triggerfish, Other Large Groupers (with caution), Large Snappers, Large Angelfish
Description
The Marbled Coralgrouper is a large, predatory marine fish known for its distinctive reddish-brown body covered in small blue spots. It is a highly sought-after food fish in its native Indo-Pacific range. Due to its significant adult size and aggressive, piscivorous nature, it requires an extremely large aquarium and is best suited for expert aquarists or public aquariums.
