Goliath Grouper

SPECULATED

Epinephelus itajara

A 500-pound reef behemoth that inhales entire tarpon whole and occasionally startles divers into heart attacks.

The Goliath Grouper is the undisputed titan of Leonida's reef systems, reaching 800 pounds and living for up to 50 years. Their ambush strikes can inhale a tarpon whole, and their low, booming calls are felt more than heard by divers in the water with them. Harvest is strictly prohibited.

SOURCE: Speculated - protected Florida species

FIELD GUIDE

Species: Epinephelus itajara
Habitat: Coastal
Behavior: Neutral
Weight: 300-800 lbs
Danger Level
Huntable: No

RELATED WILDLIFE

Grouper

Epinephelus morio

SPECULATED

Tarpon

Megalops atlanticus

SPECULATED

Bull Shark

Carcharhinus leucas

CONFIRMED