Daily Archives: January 2, 2014
Honey Comb Grouper ( Epinephelus merra )
Common Name: Grouper
Local Name: Lapu Lapu (Tagalog), Lapu Lapu, Pogapo (Cebuano)
Max Size: 32 cm
Biodiversity: Marine, Reef Associated,
Depth: 0 – 50 m
Fishing Season: All Year Long
Minimum Size Limit: 8 inches
Recommended Bait/Lures: Shrimp, Squid, fish or cut bait; jigs, soft plastics, crankbaits
IUCN Red List Status: Least Concern (LC)
This is a small species of grouper found throughout the islands. It Is easily distinguished by its small size and honeycomb like spots covering its body. These fish, though small are prized as food fish.