Bluespotted Grouper
Cephalopholis miniata
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Suggested Tank
180+ gallons
Max Size
18 inches
Difficulty
Temperament
Description
A stocky, bass-shaped reef predator in brilliant orange-red to scarlet, peppered from snout to fins with small, closely spaced neon-blue spots; juveniles are more yellow-orange with fainter spotting. It is shy at first but becomes a confident, territorial ambush hunter that will swallow any fish or shrimp it can fit in its very large mouth, though it generally ignores tankmates too big to eat. Needs a large fish-only or FOWLR system of 180 gallons or more with solid rockwork forming several caves and open swimming lanes, strong filtration for its messy meaty diet, and stable water quality.
Reef Safe
No
Environment
The Bluespotted Grouper requires a large tank with plenty of hiding spots and open swimming spaces. It prefers a rocky environment with caves or overhangs for hiding.
Behavior
This species is known for its aggressive behavior, particularly towards smaller fish and invertebrates. It is also a territorial fish and will often establish its own area within the tank.
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