Spawning Aggregations of Epinephelus fuscoguttatus

Main Ref. Rhodes, K., Nemeth, R. & Kadison, E., 2014, Spatial, temporal, and environmental dynamics of a multi-species epinephelid spawning aggregation in Pohnpei, Micronesia, Coral Reefs DOI 10.1007/s00338-014-1172-z; Rhodes, K., Mcilwain, J., Joseph, E., & Nemeth, R. , 2012, Reproductive movement, residency and fisheries vulnerability of brown-marbled grouper, Epinephelus fuscoguttatus (Forsskål, 1775). , Coral Reefs, 443-453.
Spawning type Unknown
Aggregation type Transient
Spawning evidence
Direct
Indirect
Courtship; Multiple gravid females; Colour changes associated with spawning; Significant increase in numbers observed (eg > 3x)
Status Decreasing
Lunar phase Full moon;
Habitat type Outer reef slope
Management Marine Protected Area; Spawning season sales ban; Size limits Gear Hook and Line
Country Micronesia
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