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Illustration of a grouper fish, Epinephelus nigritus, showing its robust body, large mouth, and spiny dorsal fin. The fish is depicted in shades of brown with subtle patterns along its body.
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Warsaw grouper

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Also known as: Epinephelus nigritus, Hyporthodus nigritus, black grouper(Show More)
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Illustration of a grouper fish, Epinephelus nigritus, showing its robust body, large mouth, and spiny dorsal fin. The fish is depicted in shades of brown with subtle patterns along its body.
Warsaw grouper Warsaw grouper (Epinephelus nigritus).

The Warsaw grouper (Epinephelus nigritus) is a large species of grouper found in the western Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico. Groupers are heavy-bodied fish with large mouths, belonging to the family Serranidae.12

Key characteristics of the Warsaw grouper include:
* Size: Adults can reach up to 2.3 meters (7.5 feet) in length and weigh nearly 200 kg (440 pounds).2
* Appearance: They are typically grayish or brownish in color and are distinguished by having 10 dorsal spines, which is unique among grouper species.2

Groupers, including the Warsaw grouper, are important food fish and are also sought after by anglers and spearfishers.2

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