long fin grouper

Scientific name: quoyanus epinephelus
Education cycle: 3-6 months
Max body length: 32cm
Sample length: 23cm

Distribution: It is found in the Western Pacific, from Japan to Australia, is abundant in coral reefs near beach wrecks, and is produced in various parts of Taiwan, in greater quantities than that produced in the Ping Khu area.

Characteristics: Hexagonal and circular decorative shapes appear on the whole body from the head to the caudal fin. The colors of these lines vary according to the environment in which they are located. The color of wild fish is purple-red, while the color of farmed fish is purple-brown. However, due to its small size, it did not have consumer markets at first, but then it developed and became a symbol of the place, and it attracts visitors of all ages.