Honeycomb grouper
A pattern that looks like a polygonal pattern.
| Scientific name | Epinephelus merra |
| English name | Honeycomb grouper |
| Japanese name | Kanmonhata |
| Classification | Actinopterygii |
| Classification details | Perciformes Epinephelidae |
| Full length | about 25cm. |
| Distribution | Pacific Ocean south of Kanto. Ryukyu Islands. |
Characteristics
A small grouper about 25 cm. The pale brown body is covered with white stripes that look like polygons are spread out. There are several thick brown vertical lines. The pectoral and caudal fins are dotted with brown spots.
Ecology
It inhabits under the rocks of coral reefs and in the shade of rocks. It stays still until it finds prey. It preys on small fish and crustaceans.
Habitat
Ishigaki Island
I took this picture while diving in a coral reef about 10m. It wasn't that big. It sat still in the shadow of a rock.
Pictures
Introducing a picture of Honeycomb grouper.
