Author: (Temminck & Schlegel, 1842)
FBname: Hong Kong grouper
Comments: Rock-reef species inhabiting depths to at least 55 m. Juveniles are often found shallower than 10 m (Ref. 089707). A highly prized food fish usually caught by hand-lining over rock strata.  Found in Hong Kong live fish markets (Ref. 27253).