🌿Native Nature

Island Grouper

Mycteroperca fusca

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Perciformes ›Family: Epinephelidae ›Genus: Mycteroperca

About

Mycteroperca fusca, the Island grouper or comb grouper, is a species of grouper from the family Serranidae which is endemic to the Macaronesian Islands in the eastern Atlantic. It is classified as endangered in The IUCN Red List of Endangered Species.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Island Grouper?
The scientific name of Island Grouper is Mycteroperca fusca.
What is the conservation status of Island Grouper?
The Island Grouper has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
What kingdom does Island Grouper belong to?
Island Grouper belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Island Grouper belong to?
Island Grouper belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Island Grouper belong to?
Island Grouper belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Island Grouper belong to?
Island Grouper belongs to the order Perciformes.
What family does Island Grouper belong to?
Island Grouper belongs to the family Epinephelidae.
What genus does Island Grouper belong to?
Island Grouper belongs to the genus Mycteroperca.