A giant grouper weighing up to 450 kg has been caught by local fishermen while fishing at sea. The incident was recorded in Perungalathur, Kanchipuram City, Tamil Nadu, India.
The giant grouper weighing up to 450 kg.
A local fisherman caught the giant grouper, a species that is very rare in the Indian Ocean region. The fish was brought ashore, attracting much attention from the local community.
The giant grouper is a large saltwater fish belonging to the grouper family. This species is primarily found in shallow tropical waters among artificial reefs at depths of 15-50 meters. Typically, giant groupers can grow up to 2.5 meters long and weigh around 360 kg.
Giant groupers feed on crustaceans, fish, octopuses, and juvenile sea turtles. They also prey on sharks and barracudas. They are known to sometimes attack divers and have been observed attacking lemon sharks.
Giant groupers are considered high-quality food, making them a goldmine for fishermen. They are relatively easy to catch due to their curious and fearless nature. They also tend to gather in large numbers for spawning and often return to the same location each year.
