Spawning Aggregations of Epinephelus striatus

Main Ref. Nemeth, R.S., E. Kadison, S. Herzlieb, J. Blondeau, and E. Whiteman., 2004, Status of yellowfin and Nassau grouper spawning aggregations: dynamics of a multispecies spawning aggregation site in the USVI, Proceedings of the Gulf and Caribbean Fisheries Institute 57:73-74.
Spawning type Group spawning
Aggregation type Transient
Spawning evidence
Direct
Unspecified
Indirect
Courtship; High seasonal landings; Multiple gravid females; Colour changes associated with spawning
Status Unknown
Lunar phase Full moon; Third quarter;
Habitat type Drop-off (shelf edge); High coral cover
Management Time/area closure Gear Hook and Line; Trap
Country Virgin Islands (US)
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