Malabar Grouper
Epinephelus malabaricus
Also known as: KerapuEstuary Grouper
Reef/KelpShore
Score
—
Prime time
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Depth
0–150m
Platform
Shore
Depth range
0–150mDeep
Findr bio
A patient ambush predator that lets prey come to it — a bait held still right against reef or wreck structure outlasts one worked fast every time.
How to catch
Favourite hangouts
Wreck reefEstuaryDeep water
Recommended baits
Fish baitsSquidPrawns
Effective techniques
Bottom FishingJigging
Gear
Best times
Day
One of the most widely farmed and wild-caught groupers across Southeast Asia — heavy demand in the live reef fish trade has put real pressure on wild populations.