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Classification Request

General

Name:

Matt Pedersen ( mpedersen )

Status:

Completed

Date:

12/05/2012

Classification Type:

New

Challenge

Species:

Epinephelus lanceolatus

Suggested Class:

D

Common Name(s):

BumbleeBee Grouper

Species Synonyms:

Fish/Invert/Culture:

F

Spawn Mode:

Pelagic

Fish Base Link:

http://fishbase.org/summary/Epinephelus-lanceolatus.html

Breeding Success:

True

Success References:

http://reefbuilders.com/2011/06/15/hybrid-panther-bumblebee-grouper/ - an indirect reference - this is a man made hybrid using the species. This species is a FOODFISH, and can reach lengths of 8 feet. While sold in the aquarium hobby, probably shouldn't be. This is a case where "Tank Raised" fish may in fact be farm-raised groupers from foodfish production. Eg. http://reefbuilders.com/2010/01/09/green-marine-opens-captive-raised-reef-shop-berkeley-ca/ and http://www.bluezooaquatics.com/productDetail.asp?did=1&pid=4930&cid=331

Journal:

If Challenging Existing Classification
Reasons Species Should be Reclassified:

If Requesting New Classification
Research or Links to information on Species:	See aboe.

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