Mavi Benekli Orfoz

Scientific Name: Cephalopholis cyanostigma
Family: Serranidae
Origin: Indo-Pacific Ocean
Care Difficulty: Moderate – Difficult
Temperament: Semi-aggressive / Predatory
Diet: Carnivorous (fish and crustaceans)
Minimum Tank Size: 800 liters
Maximum Size: 35–45 cm
Temperature: 24–27°C
Salinity: 1.023–1.025 SG
pH: 8.1–8.4
Reef Compatibility: Not suitable

The Bluespotted Grouper is a very striking species of grouper with bright blue spots on its dark reddish-brown body. With its strong and dominant nature, it is considered a top predator in the aquarium.

In its natural habitat, it ambushes prey in rock crevices and caves on coral reefs. It feeds on small fish and crustaceans.

Important Considerations

• Hunts small and medium-sized fish
• Requires a very large tank with strong filtration
• Should be kept alone or with very large tank mates