Tiger Grouper
NameTiger Grouper
Scientific NameMycteroperca tigris
Common NamesTiger Grouper, Tiger Rockfish
FamilySerranidae
OriginWestern Atlantic Ocean, Florida, Gulf of Mexico, Caribbean Sea, Brazil
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)300
Max Size (Inches)39
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesOther large groupers, Large snappers, Moray eels, Large angelfish, Triggerfish (non-aggressive types)
Description
The Tiger Grouper is a large, predatory marine fish known for its distinctive pattern of dark spots and irregular light bands. It is a solitary hunter found in coral reefs and rocky areas of the Western Atlantic. Due to its significant size and predatory nature, it requires a very large aquarium and careful tankmate selection.
