How Do You Identify A Saltwater Grouper?
There are so many varieties of saltwater grouper, it can be difficult for fishermen to know exactly what to look for in identifying these fish. The following steps will help you identify these popular fish on your next deep sea adventure. Identify Black, Gag and Goliath Grouper Step 1 Notice that the Black Grouper’s background can range from black to brown to a dark green. Look also for black rectangular markings all over the body. The intensity of the black spots can vary. Look for a square tail. Step 2 Look for brownish or gray wavy markings along the body of the Gags. These colorings do not form boxes or circles. The fins are black with a bluish coloring along the edges. The tail is slightly concave. The coloring is white along the anal and caudal fins; this color will deepen to a dark brown shortly after being removed from the water. Step 3 Compare the differences between juvenile and adult Goliath Groupers carefully. Juveniles are marked with inconsistent brown bars on a gray or l
