Genus
Common name: Grouper
Scientific name: Hyporthodus
Hyporthodus is a genus of fish in the family Serranidae, commonly known as groupers. These robust fish are found in tropical and subtropical seas worldwide. They are slow-growing and long-lived, with some species reaching over a meter in length. Groupers are popular in the aquarium trade for their impressive size and striking appearance. They exhibit a variety of colors and patterns, often changing hues to blend with their surroundings. Hyporthodus species are also known for their protogynous hermaphroditism, where individuals start life as females and can change to males as they mature.