Spawning Aggregations of Plectropomus leopardus

Main Ref. Dirk Zeller, 2003, pers. comm.; Zeller D.C., 1998, Spawning aggregations: patterns of movement of the coral trout Plectropomus leopardus (Serranidae) as determined by ultrasonic telemetry, Marine Ecology Progress Series 162 253-263
Spawning type Unknown
Aggregation type Transient
Spawning evidence
Direct
Postovulatory follicles; Spawning observation; Hydrated eggs
Indirect
Courtship
Status Unknown
Lunar phase First quarter;
Habitat type Fringing reef; Low relief living reef; Island; High coral cover
Management Landing quota; Limited gear types; Marine Protected Area; Limited entry Gear Unknown
Country Australia
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