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Goliath grouper
Epinephelus itajara
Photo: Albert kok · CC BY-SA 3.0
The Goliath grouper (Epinephelus itajara) is one of the species that spearfishers and freedivers log in Apnaut. It usually frequents reef and is found between 5 and 35 m, so it pays to adjust your search depth. It is territorial, defends its area, which shapes how to approach it.
It's one of the hardest fish: patience and technique. In Apnaut you have its minimum legal size across 4 different zones. Always check your area's current regulations before taking it.
Behaviour: territorial, defends its area.
Minimum size
We don't have a verified size for this species. Check your local regulations before taking it.
Where to catch it
Other names
Mero guasa (es) · Mero (pt)
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum legal size for Goliath grouper?
We don't have a verified size for this species. Always check your local regulations before taking it.
At what depth is Goliath grouper found?
Usually between 5 and 35 m, mostly over reef.
Is it hard to spearfish on a single breath?
Its difficulty is “very hard”. It is also territorial, defends its area. In Apnaut you can log your catches and their size.
Log it in Apnaut
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