Misty Grouper
Hyporthodus mystacinus
A large, deep-water grouper species found in the western Atlantic, characterized by its grayish-brown coloration with darker mottling. This species is highly prized by anglers for its size and excellent table fare.
Misty Grouper at a glance
- Scientific name
- Hyporthodus mystacinus
- Typical size
- 30-50 inches, 30-80 lbs
- Water
- Saltwater
- Habitat
- Offshore
- Rarity in the Fishdex™
- Rare
Habitat
Misty groupers inhabit deep offshore waters typically between 200-1500 feet, often around rocky bottom structure, ledges, and seamounts. Anglers target them using heavy tackle with large baits like whole fish or large chunks fished on the bottom in deep water.
Catch one and it is yours
Log a misty 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™ worksMisty Grouper questions people ask
Misty Grouper is Hyporthodus mystacinus.
A typical misty grouper runs 30-50 inches, 30-80 lbs. Cobia records the length and weight of every misty grouper you log and keeps your personal best on its Fishdex entry.
Misty groupers inhabit deep offshore waters typically between 200-1500 feet, often around rocky bottom structure, ledges, and seamounts. Anglers target them using heavy tackle with large baits like whole fish or large chunks fished on the bottom in deep water. It is a salt water species, filed under offshore 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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