Nassau Grouper
NameNassau Grouper
Scientific NameEpinephelus striatus
Common NamesNassau Grouper, Rockfish, Marbled Rockfish, White Grouper
FamilySerranidae
OriginWestern Atlantic Ocean, Caribbean Sea, Gulf of Mexico, Florida, South America
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)500
Max Size (Inches)48
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarge Angelfish, Large Triggerfish, Moray Eels, Other large, robust marine fish
Description
The Nassau Grouper is a large, predatory marine fish known for its distinctive mottled brown and white banding pattern. It is a significant reef predator, often found in coral reefs and rocky areas throughout the Western Atlantic. This species is critically endangered due to overfishing and habitat degradation.
