Sealife guideThe Perciformes orderThe 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.

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)

Honeycomb grouper
(Epinephelus merra)

Malabar grouper
(Epinephelus malabaricus)

Nassau grouper
(Epinephelus striatus)

Pacific creolefish
(Cephalopholis colonus)

Peacock grouper
(Cephalopholis argus)

Potato grouper
(Epinephelus tukula)

Red grouper
(Epinephelus morio)

Red hind grouper
(Epinephelus guttatus)

Redmouth grouper
(Aethaloperca rogaa)

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Wednesday, September 3rd 2025

The chocolate chip sea cucumber

The chocolate chip sea cucumber has a massive cylindrical body that is beige in color, covered with a set of dark brown pustules resembling chocolate chips that protrude slightly from the surface, giving it a resemblance to a cookie, hence its french name. It can reach a length of about 12 inches when fully grown.

Monday, September 1st 2025

The red hind grouper

The red hind grouper has a distinctive appearance, usually beige to brown in color, with numerous red or brown spots covering its entire body and the base of its fins. It is often found in the shallow waters of coral reefs and rocky areas, where it hides in crevices and cavities.

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Carangue coubali
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