Broomtail Grouper
Mycteroperca xenarcha
A large Pacific grouper species found in rocky reefs and deep waters. Known for its distinctive coloration and impressive size potential.
Broomtail Grouper at a glance
- Scientific name
- Mycteroperca xenarcha
- Typical size
- 24-48 inches, 15-50 lbs
- Water
- Saltwater
- Habitat
- Reef
- Rarity in the Fishdex™
- Rare
Habitat
Found along rocky reefs, seamounts, and deep drop-offs in the Eastern Pacific from Baja California to Peru. Anglers target them using heavy tackle with live bait or large jigs around structure in 100-600 feet of water. They are prized for their fighting ability and excellent table fare.
Catch one and it is yours
Log a broomtail grouper through the Cobia Camera and this entry fills in with your photo, your personal best, and the exact conditions on the day. The app also carries the slot and season rules for wherever you are standing.
How the Fishdex™ worksBroomtail Grouper questions people ask
Broomtail Grouper is Mycteroperca xenarcha.
A typical broomtail grouper runs 24-48 inches, 15-50 lbs. Cobia records the length and weight of every broomtail grouper you log and keeps your personal best on its Fishdex entry.
Found along rocky reefs, seamounts, and deep drop-offs in the Eastern Pacific from Baja California to Peru. Anglers target them using heavy tackle with live bait or large jigs around structure in 100-600 feet of water. They are prized for their fighting ability and excellent table fare. It is a salt water species, filed under reef in the Fishdex.
Yes. Log one through the Cobia Camera and this entry fills in with your own photo, your personal best, and the conditions on the day you caught it. The app also carries the slot limits and season dates for wherever you are standing. It is free.
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