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Potato Bass/Cod/Grouper

Epinephelus tukula

Photo by AlbertKang
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Field Notes

Description:

The Potato Cod, Epinephelus tukula (also called potato grouper or potato bass) is a least concern fish as labeled by the IUCN Red List, and a native fish in Australia. The Potato Cod is also a native to many other Asian countries, including Malaysia. It can reach a length of 8.5 feet and can weigh as much as 110 kilograms (240 pounds). The Potato Cod, although quite large, happens to be very friendly and approachable.

Notes:

This one was very friendly with the divers, hanging around us for a long time and doesn't swim away when approached.

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Species ID Suggestions

Comments (2)
AlbertKang
Thanks, @Mark. There are a few places where you can reliably see them - South Africa, Australia among other places.
Mark Ridgway
I would love to swim with these. Thanks Albert.

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