Species FishHumpback Grouper

Humpback Grouper

Chromileptes altivelis

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Illustration of Humpback Grouper (Chromileptes altivelis)

The Humpback Grouper is a robust fish with a distinctive hump on its back and a pattern of dark spots. It is known for its aggressive behavior when defending its territory.

Habitat
Coral reefs and rocky areas.
Diet
Fish and crustaceans.
How common
Rare

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