Orange-spotted Grouper

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Re: Orange-spotted Grouper

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These groupers are similar to barramundi the also have sex change but they are born females first then change to males

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Re: Orange-spotted Grouper

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Caught a female today on dead prawn
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Re: Orange-spotted Grouper

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2/0 hook surprisingly

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Re: Orange-spotted Grouper

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It's common for groupers take down large preys relative to their size, they do have a big mouth afterall. Don't be afraid to use large artificial lures or baits when hunting for groupers.

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Re: Orange-spotted Grouper

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Are they okay to be kept as pets

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Yes, but do note that they can grow fairly fast and big.

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Re: Orange-spotted Grouper

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Where is the best place to catch groupers inshore in Singapore

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Re: Orange-spotted Grouper

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The most common place to find them are along breakwaters, if you comb the small drop off of an entire stretch of breakwaters, you're likely to find one. Be ready to lose some terminal tackles though.

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