Duskytail Grouper

A medium-sized grouper identified by its dusky brownish body and darker tail margin. Found on reef edges and offshore banks. An important component of the UAE grouper fishery and popular on the dining table.

Species Stats

Diet

Fish, crustaceans, octopus

Habitat

Coral and rocky reefs, offshore banks

Local Name (Arabic)

سمان أسود الذيل

Fun Facts

• 1

  Named for the characteristically dark (dusky) margin on its tail fin.

• 2

  Often caught using hand-lines or rod-and-reel over reef structures.

• 3

  Sold alongside other groupers in UAE markets under the name Samman.

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