Star-studded grouper (Hyporthodus niphobles) is a saltwater species recorded in the United States. It is found at depths of 50–130 m.
Scientific name: Hyporthodus niphobles · Water: Saltwater
Size: up to 48 cm
The star-studded grouper is a demersal epinephelid found on rocky reefs and soft bottoms, from 50 to 130 m. It is reported to be often caught in shrimp trawls, and it is too rare to be of commercial interest. Maximum length is about 48 cm standard length. It is taken in subsistence fisheries and is a gamefish, with a very high price category. Fishing vulnerability is moderate to high at 52 of 100 and resilience medium. IUCN lists it as least concern.
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