F-2287 RED GROUPER, Ephinephelus morio

Common along the west coast of Florida in moderate or deep water on hard bottoms. Caudal fin is emarginate or truncate. The spinous dorsal fin is high, especially the second spine. Reddish brown in color with a few pale blotches or spots, some indication of banding. Scattered black spots sometimes around eyes and on head. No caudal saddle.