The Malabar grouper is a robust fish found in warm coastal waters and coral reefs. It has a mottled brown and gray body with distinctive dark spots. Typically reaching lengths of up to 48 inches and weighing around 100 pounds, it preys on smaller fish and crustaceans. Known for its solitary and territorial behavior, it often inhabits rocky crevices. This summary is AI generated
Water type
IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Malabar grouper
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Malabar grouper
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Malabar grouper
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Malabar grouper
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Malabar grouper
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