Gaby Coral Trout

Plectropomus Leopardus
81cm

The coral trout (Plectropomus Leopardus), or leopard coral grouper, is a beautifully colored member of the Serranidae family. It can be found near coastal reefs from 3-100 meters in depth in waters of the Western Pacific from Japan to Austalia as well as Malaysia and the east coast of Thailand. It is a large and formidable predator, growing to some 120cm and feeding on fish and crustaceans. It is widely appreciated by sportfisherman and the commercial fishing industry.