Blue Dot Grouper
(Cephalopholis argus)
Please Note: Due to variations within species, your item may not look identical to the image provided. Approximate size range may also vary between individual specimen.
Please Note: Due to variations within species, your item may not look identical to the image provided. Approximate size range may also vary between individual specimen.
Blue Dot Grouper
(Cephalopholis argus)
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Quick Stats
Care Level
Moderate
Temperament
Aggressive
Color Form
Blue, Tan
Diet
Carnivore
Reef Compatible
With Caution
Water Conditions
sg 1.020-1.025, 72-78° F, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4
Max. Size
1' 4"
Family
Serranidae
Minimum Tank Size
250 gallons
Compatibility
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Care Level
Moderate
Temperament
Aggressive
Color Form
Blue, Tan
Diet
Carnivore
Reef Compatible
With Caution
Water Conditions
sg 1.020-1.025, 72-78° F, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4
Max. Size
1' 4"
Family
Serranidae
Minimum Tank Size
250 gallons
Compatibility
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What do these Quick Stats mean? Click here for more information
Overview
The Blue Dot Grouper, also known as Bluespotted Grouper, Argus Grouper or Peacock Hind, is primarily mottled brown in color. The fins are dark, and light blue dots cover the entire body. The posterior section of the body has six vertical bands of white.
A 250 gallon or larger aquarium is required due to the size and feeding habits of this fish. It is extremely aggressive and may eat its tank mates as well as crustaceans.
The Blue Dot Grouper prefers a diet of meaty foods such as krill, shrimp, and other small fish.
Approximate Purchase Size: Small: 2" to 3"; Medium: 3" to 5"; Large: 5" to 7"; X Large: 7" to 9"
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Customer Testimonials
Paul Pigott
Santa Barbara , CA
Amazingly beautiful fish, and by far the fastest fish I have in my tank. Changes color depending on situation - usually a beautiful black to orange covered in brilliant blue dots. Aggressive eater, but kind to all other fish.
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