Comet grouper

Epinephelus morrhua

Family

Serranidae

Max Length

89.9999976 cm

Max Weight

6.7 kg

IUCN Status

Water Type

saltwater

Fishing Spots

Overview

The comet grouper, also known as the comet cod or dot-dash grouper, is a species of marine ray-finned fish, a grouper from the subfamily Epinephelinae which is part of the family Serranidae, which also includes the anthias and sea basses. It is a species of deep coral reefs in the Indo-Pacific region.

Where to Find Comet grouper

Queensland, Australia2 spots Johor, Malaysia2 spots Sabah, Malaysia2 spots Victoria, Australia1 spots Kalimantan Barat, Indonesia1 spots Jawa Timur, Indonesia1 spots Aceh, Indonesia1 spots Kepulauan Riau, Indonesia1 spots Sumatera Utara, Indonesia1 spots Terengganu, Malaysia1 spots

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I catch Comet grouper?+

Comet grouper can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Queensland, Australia; Johor, Malaysia; Sabah, Malaysia. WikiCatch lists 19 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Comet grouper get?+

Comet grouper (Epinephelus morrhua) can reach up to 89.9999976 cm in length and 6.7 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.

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