{"product_id":"panther-grouper-fish","title":"Panther Grouper Fish","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Panther Grouper, *Cromileptes altivelis*, is a striking and highly sought-after predatory fish known for its distinctive pattern of black spots on a white or light gray background. Also commonly referred to as the Humpback Grouper or Polka Dot Grouper, its unique appearance and graceful swimming make it a captivating addition to large marine aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA minimum tank size of 180 gallons is recommended for a single Panther Grouper, with larger tanks being preferable as the fish grows. Provide ample live rock structures and caves to offer hiding places and territories. This species is not suitable for reef aquariums as it will consume smaller fish, crustaceans, and other invertebrates. It is best kept in a fish-only or fish-only-with-live-rock system with appropriately sized tank mates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Panther Grouper is a carnivorous predator and should be fed a varied diet of meaty foods. Offer a mix of high-quality marine pellets, frozen foods such as mysis shrimp, krill, and silversides, as well as occasional live feeder fish (ensure they are disease-free). Feed several times a week, adjusting the amount based on the fish's size and activity level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn a home aquarium, the Panther Grouper can reach a size of up to 20 inches, though they can grow larger in the wild. Due to their potential size and predatory nature, careful consideration of tank size and tank mates is crucial for their long-term health and the well-being of other inhabitants. Breeding in captivity is extremely rare. There are no readily apparent visual differences between males and females.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cromileptes altivelis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aggressive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carnivore\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReef Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not Reef Safe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Indo-Pacific\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Adult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 250 gallons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Discover Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Small","offer_id":53075825164577,"sku":"TT-6261-S","price":80.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Medium","offer_id":53075825197345,"sku":"TT-6261-M","price":120.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Large","offer_id":53075825230113,"sku":"TT-6261-L","price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0893\/4044\/4961\/files\/Panther-Grouper-Fish-7_f3f4e3cb-80f0-420c-812c-6a2bb6047651.jpg?v=1784976978","url":"https:\/\/discoveraquaticsshop.com\/products\/panther-grouper-fish","provider":"Discover Aquatics Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}