Where Does Western Blue Groper Live?

Western Blue Groper lives in specific habitats. Knowing where to look helps you find and identify it.

Where to find Western Blue Groper

Water type

saltwater

Depth

Typically found in shallow coastal waters from 5 to 60 meters (16 to 197 feet), but can occur deeper.

Environment

Rocky reefs, kelp forests, and seagrass beds. Prefers areas with abundant shelter such as caves, crevices, and ledges.

Geographic range

Endemic to southern Australia, from the central coast of Western Australia (e.g., Jurien Bay) eastward to South Australia, Victoria, and Tasmania. Its range overlaps with the Eastern Blue Groper (Achoerodus viridis) in some areas of Victoria.

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