Spawning Aggregations of Epinephelus fuscoguttatus

Main Ref. Pears, R.J., Choat, J.H., Mapstone, B.D., and Begg, G.A., 2007, Reproductive biology of a large, aggregation-spawning serranid, Epinephelus fuscoguttatus (Forsskal): management implications, Journal of Fish Biology, 71 (3). pp. 795-817.
Spawning type Unknown
Aggregation type Transient
Spawning evidence
Direct
Indirect
GSI; High seasonal landings
Status Unknown
Lunar phase Third quarter;
Habitat type Other
Management Marine Protected Area; Landing quota; Limited entry; Spawning season sales ban; Size limits ; Limited gear types; Time/area closure Gear Hook and Line
Country Australia
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