Distinguishing Characteristics |
Body moderately deep, somewhat compressed; color 8 or 9 vertical dark brown bars on lighter brown background, last bar on caudal peduncle wider and darker than the rest; longitudinal dark streak on cheek above upper jaw; posterior nostril 4 times the size of the anterior nostril; mouth large, lips thick; opercle with 3 flat spines, outer flap free; pelvic fin longer than pectoral fin; scales rough to the touch; |
Similar Species |
Color pattern of the misty grouper distinguishes it from other groupers. |
Habitat |
Gulf, deep waters, rocky ledges |
Maximum Size |
160 cm (5 1/4 ft) |
Fin Element Counts |
D. XI,14-15; A. III,8-9 (explain) |
Other Common Names |
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Previous Scientific Names |
Epinephelus mystacinus |
Comments |
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State size/bag limits |
None; Check for state record. |