Potato Cod

Epinephelus tukula
(Other names Potato Rockcod, Potato Grouper)
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Grey to brown bodied with numerous black spots over the entire body including the fins with smaller spots around the head. Intrigued by divers and not disturbed by there presence they appear to be rather friendly. Usually found along coastal and offshore reefs. The Potato Cod has protected status in many parts of Australia.

Size: 200cm in length (Maximum)

Diet: Small fish, skates, crabs

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Left: Tony Wigmore
Centre: Tony Wigmore
Right: John Natoli
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