Where Does Humpback Grouper Live?

Humpback Grouper lives in specific habitats. Knowing where to look helps you find and identify it.

Where to find Humpback Grouper

Water type

saltwater

Depth

1-40 meters (3-130 feet), typically in shallower coastal waters.

Environment

Associated with coral reefs, rocky reefs, and sometimes seagrass beds. Juveniles are often found in shallower, more protected areas, while adults inhabit deeper reef slopes and lagoons. They are generally solitary.

Geographic range

Indo-Pacific region, from the Red Sea and East Africa eastward to the Line Islands, north to southern Japan, and south to Australia. Common in Southeast Asia.

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