Grey Grunt
Haemulon scudderii
Max Size
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Max Depth
40 m
Description
The grey grunt is a medium-sized fish that can reach a maximum length of 35 cm, but the ones usually observed are rather 30 cm. It has a laterally compressed body with a forked caudal fin. Its background color is silver with small dark spots on every scale giving the impression that they are drawing lines following the scale series. The rim of the eye and the outer edge of the gill opening are bronze yellow. All the fins are dark grey.
Distribution & habitat
The grey grunt is widespread throughout the eastern Ocean Pacific from Mexico to Ecuador including the Galapagos.
This grunt likes exposed areas of coral reefs and rocky coasts between 3 to 40 meters deep.
Biology
The grey grunt live during daytime in school near reefs or rocks and disperse at night to feed at the open sea. Their diet consists mainly of plankton but also small crustaceans and other mollusks.
Colors
Edible
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Coral reef
Social Behaviour
Group
Conservation status
(LC) Least concern
Poisonous
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Grey Grunt dangerous?
Grey Grunt is classified as: No, No, No. Always exercise caution and keep a safe distance.
Where can you find Grey Grunt?
How deep does Grey Grunt live?
Grey Grunt can be found at depths of up to 40 meters.