Potato Rockcod
NamePotato Rockcod
Scientific NameEpinephelus tukula
Common NamesPotato Grouper, Potato Cod, Potato Rockcod
FamilySerranidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Red Sea, East Africa, Australia, Japan
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)5000
Max Size (Inches)78
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)75-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesOther very large, robust marine fish, Large sharks (e.g., Nurse Sharks), Large rays, Large moray eels
Description
The Potato Rockcod is a massive, predatory marine fish easily recognized by its distinctive large, dark, potato-like spots on a lighter body. It is an ambush predator found in coral reefs and rocky areas throughout the Indo-Pacific. Due to its immense size and specialized care requirements, this species is only suitable for very large public aquariums.
