Type: MARINE - FISH

Epinephelus costae Steindachner


English name: Goldblotch Grouper
French name: Mérou badèche
Arabic name: لقز

Habitat: sand, mud or rock bottoms

Additional information

Depth 1 - 300 m
Length for Fishing 35-140 cm
Habit Juveniles form small groups
Feed On crustaceans, mollusks, and fish
Global Distribution E. Atlantic, Med.
Conservation Status DD