Saddle Grouper
NameSaddle Grouper
Scientific NamePlectropomus laevis
Common NamesSaddle Grouper, Black-saddled Coral Grouper, Leopard Coralgrouper
FamilySerranidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Red Sea, East Africa, French Polynesia
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)500
Max Size (Inches)49
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)75-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesNone (typically kept alone or with very large, robust predators)
Description
The Saddle Grouper is a large, predatory marine fish known for its striking coloration, often featuring dark saddle-like markings over a reddish-orange body with blue spots. It is a formidable hunter, primarily feeding on other fish and crustaceans. Due to its immense size and predatory nature, it is suitable only for very large public aquariums or highly specialized private setups.
