Also known as: Coral Grouper, Coral Rockcop, Coral Hind

The Cephalopholis miniata grows up to 16 inches.  The small size will come to you generally 2 to 3 inches; the medium generally 3 to 5 inches; the large generally 5 to 7 inches.  The Miniatus Grouper prefers a tank of at least 100 gallons with plenty of places to hide & swim.  The Cephalopholis miniata is a carnivore and likes to eat meaty treats (like krill, small fish, shrimp).  The Miniatus Grouper is a low maintenance fish.  The Miniatus Grouper may act aggressively toward other fish.  This is a hardy fish.  Keep water quality high (SG 1.020 - 1.025, pH 8.1 - 8.4, Temp. 72 - 78° F).  Indo-Pacific, Sri-Lanka.  Since groupers are generally larger fish, it is recommended waste removal efforts be increased within the aquarium system. Cephalopholis miniata (Forsskal 1775), the Miniata Grouper, Coral Hind. Undoubtedly the most prized, frequently used member of the genus for aquariums. A beauty that is intelligent, and capable of gulping up small fishes and motile invertebrates.

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