Sealife guideThe Epinephelidae familyThe taxonomy of marine species

Explore the taxonomy of the sea vertebrates including the cetaceans like the whales or the dolphins, the sea birds, the fish, the sharks and the sea turtles !

The Epinephelidae family includes around 210 species of grouper, primarily found in tropical and subtropical waters. These fish, often massive and robust, are known for their varied colors and striking patterns, perfectly adapted to their rocky or coral habitats. Opportunistic predators, they play a vital role in marine ecosystems and are highly valued for their delicious meat, although many species are threatened by overfishing.

Atlantic creolefish
(Paranthias furcifer)

Atlantic Goliath Grouper
(Epinephelus itajara)

Blacktip grouper
(Epinephelus fasciatus)

Bluespotted grouper
(Cephalopholis cyanostigma)

Brown-marbled grouper
(Epinephelus fuscoguttatus)

Camouflage grouper
(Epinephelus polyphekadion)

Coney
(Cephalopholis fulva)

Coral grouper
(Cephalopholis miniata)

Darkfin hind
(Cephalopholis urodeta)

Dusky grouper
(Epinephelus marginatus)

Gag grouper
(Mycteroperca microlepis)

Giant grouper
(Epinephelus lanceolatus)

Graysby
(Cephalopholis cruentata)

Greasy grouper
(Epinephelus tauvina)

Halfspotted grouper
(Cephalopholis hemistiktos)

Highfin coral grouper
(Plectropomus oligacanthus)

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