Species FishHoneycomb Grouper

Honeycomb Grouper

Epinephelus merra

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Illustration of Honeycomb Grouper (Epinephelus merra)

The honeycomb grouper features a striking honeycomb pattern on its body, which provides excellent camouflage among coral reefs. They are known for their aggressive behavior when defending their territory.

Habitat
Reef environments, particularly around coral formations.
Diet
Carnivorous, preying on smaller fish and crustaceans.
How common
Uncommon

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