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Warsaw Grouper

Epinephelus nigritus
Managed by: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
Regions
Florida
Protected status
None
Also known as
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Species Profile

Florida saltwater profile data (FWC). Availability and detail varies by species.

FWC
Size
Up to 90 inches (580 pounds)
Similar species
Goliath grouper, E. itajara (dorsal spines all at same height) Size: Up to 90 inches (580 pounds)
Appearance
  • Mottled dark reddish-brown or brownish-gray on back, fading to a lighter belly
  • Uniformly colored; lacks distinctive markings
  • Second dorsal fin spine very high (higher than the third spine)
  • Caudal fin (tail) is squared-off
  • Juveniles with yellowish caudal fin and dark spot on caudal peduncle
Habitat
Rocky bottoms in water over 200 feet deep. Juveniles found inshore.
Behavior
Feeds on fishes and crustaceans.
Additional information
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