Author: (Bleeker, 1855)
FBname: Snubnose grouper
Comments: Found in lagoon and seaward reefs (Ref. 9710) to a depth of at least 44 m; including outer reef slopes. More abundant on oceanic reefs and rare on coastal reefs (Ref. 89707).  Feeds on crustaceans (mainly crabs), fishes, octopi, and squid. Solitary (Ref 90102).