Fishing for Hong Kong grouper

Epinephelus akaara

The Hong Kong grouper is a vibrant marine fish known for its reddish-brown body and distinctive pale spots. It inhabits rocky reefs and coastal waters in the western Pacific. This species typically grows up to 20 inches and weighs around 10 pounds. A carnivorous predator, it feeds on smaller fish and invertebrates, exhibiting solitary and territorial behavior. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

IUCN Status

Endangered

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

Best baits to catch Hong Kong grouper

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能生川

18 in · 3 lb

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