Grunt, Bluestriped
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Avg. Length
8-12in
Avg. Weight
0.5-1lbs
World Record
n/a
FL Record
n/a
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Scientific Name
Haemulan sciurus
Common Names
Blue grunt, Yellow grunt, Ronco amarillo, Sweetlips
Description
The Bluestriped Grunt takes its name from its yellow body with many blue stripes across it. In addition to this the tail and dorsal fins often appear a darker yellow to brown color with all other fins a yellow color.
Habitat & Behaviour
Bluestriped Grunt can be found at home in coral reefs in medium to large schools. Though actively mainly through the night feeding on the bottom of reefs, the Bluestriped Grunt will also feed during the day on targets of opportunity. Besides reefs juveniles can be found in sandy bottoms or bottoms with lots of vegetation near shorelines.
Natural Prey
Bluestriped Grunts feed mainly on shrimp and other small invertebrates and crustaceans.
Handling Tips
Sharp gill plate – can easily be handled by grabbing by back of head or underneath, keep fingers away from their mouth and small teeth. Net them and grab behind head, spines are not a major cause of concern.
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