Rockhind Grouper (Epinephelus adscensionis) caught in Comfortless Cove on Ascension Island
A moderate sized demersal fish species reaching a maximum recorded size on Ascension of cm. Males and females display cryptic camouflage colouration of white, brown and red spots, colour and pattern can change rapidly. Associated with shallow reef and boulder habitat, rockhind are abundant in the shallow sub-littoral surrounding Ascension. Juveniles are morphologically indistinct from adults and are often found in rock pools. Believed to feed on crabs, fishes and squid. This individual was caught off the rocks of Comfortless Cove on Ascension Island using light weight tackle with a lure.
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Location: Comfortless Cove near Georgetown, Ascension Island, South Atlantic Ocean
Photo credit: © Robert Kennett / Alamy / Afripics
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Model Released: Yes
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