Genus

Common name: Coral Trout

Scientific name: Plectropomus

Plectropomus is a genus of reef fish in the family Serranidae, commonly known as Coral Trouts or Leopard Coral Groupers. These fish are prized in the aquarium trade for their vibrant colors and patterns. They are predatory and can grow quite large, making them suitable for spacious tanks with ample hiding places. Plectropomus species are also known for their role in coral reef ecosystems as top predators. They require a varied diet of meaty foods and should be kept with other large, non-competitive fish to avoid aggression.

  1. Common name: squaretail coralgrouper
    Scientific name: Plectropomus areolatus
  2. Saddle Grouper - Plectropomus Laevis - Chinese Grouper
    Common name: blacksaddled coralgrouper
    Scientific name: Plectropomus laevis
  3. Photo of a coral trout fish swimming underwater
    Common name: Coral trout
    Scientific name: Plectropomus leopardus
  4. Blue spotted grouper : Plectropomus maculatus fish in aquarium tank.
    Common name: coral cod
    Scientific name: Plectropomus maculatus
  5. Silhouette of a dancing couple
    Common name: Mambo
    Scientific name: Plectropomus oligacanthus
  6. Coral grouper, Plectropomus pessuliferus, Raja Ampat Indonesia.
    Common name: Leopard grouper
    Scientific name: Plectropomus pessuliferus