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Island grouper
Mycteroperca fusca
Photo: Philippe Guillaume · CC BY 2.0
The Island grouper (Mycteroperca fusca) is a common target in breath-hold spearfishing. It usually frequents rocky bottoms 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 a demanding fish: it needs stealth and experience. In Apnaut you have its minimum legal size across 1 different zones. Always check your area's current regulations before taking it.
Behaviour: territorial, defends its area.
Minimum legal size by zone
| Zone | Minimum size |
|---|---|
| Canaries and Macaronesia | 35 cm |
Where to catch it
Other names
Abade (es) · Badejo (pt)
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum legal size for Island grouper?
It depends on the area. For example, Canaries and Macaronesia: 35 cm. See the full size-by-zone table above.
At what depth is Island grouper found?
Usually between 5 and 35 m, mostly over rocky bottoms.
Is it hard to spearfish on a single breath?
Its difficulty is “hard”. It is also territorial, defends its area. In Apnaut you can log your catches and their size.
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