The Grouper

GPTKB entity

Statements (52)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:fish
gptkbp:bfsLayer 3
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Jeff_Koons
gptkbp:adaptation camouflage and ambush hunting
gptkbp:available_sizes varies by species
gptkbp:behavior solitary or social depending on species
gptkbp:color varies by species
can change based on environment
can include spots and stripes
gptkbp:common_name includes 'sea bass' in some regions
gptkbp:conservation_efforts in place for endangered species
gptkbp:conservation_status varies by species
gptkbp:cooking_method grilling, baking, frying
gptkbp:cuisine considered a delicacy
gptkbp:cultural_references featured in folklore and cuisine
gptkbp:cultural_significance important in fishing industries
gptkbp:diet carnivorous
gptkbp:distribution tropical and subtropical waters
gptkbp:family gptkb:Epinephelidae
gptkbp:fishing_regulations affects local ecosystems
regulated in many areas
subject to quotas in some regions
catching with nets
traps and spearfishing
can lead to population declines.
gptkbp:flavor mild and flaky
gptkbp:habitat marine environments
reefs and rocky substrates
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label The Grouper
gptkbp:interacts_with important for recreational fishing
gptkbp:larval_stage pelagic
gptkbp:lifespan up to 50 years
gptkbp:local_names varies by region
gptkbp:migration some species migrate seasonally
gptkbp:notable_species gptkb:Black_grouper
gptkb:Goliath_grouper
gptkb:Red_grouper
gptkb:Yellowfin_grouper
gptkbp:number_of_stages benthic
gptkbp:predators larger fish and sharks
gptkbp:reproduction oviparous
gptkbp:research_interest studied for population dynamics
gptkbp:scientific_classification part of the order Perciformes
gptkbp:size up to 2.5 meters
gptkbp:social_structure some species form groups during spawning
gptkbp:species some species farmed commercially
over 150 recognized species
gptkbp:symbiotic_relationships with cleaner fish
gptkbp:threats overfishing and habitat loss
gptkbp:traded_on popular in marine aquariums
requires large tanks and specific conditions
gptkbp:values high in seafood markets