Goliath groupers: Serranus itajara is in the Order: Perciforme Family: Serranidae Genus: Epinephelus Species: itajara. This fish can be found in the warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico to Florida. They are usauly bottom fish who like to hang out near reefs and sunken ships. They are called Goliath groupers because, they are huge. they can grow to 8.5 feet long and can weigh as much as 800 pounds. You think this would be a great catch, but it isn't. Most old time fishermen say that goliath groupers are unsatisfying and would prefer a sea bass over it. Also they are illegal to bring on board because of the World Conservation Union (IUCN). Ever since 1990 goliath groupers are on the list of endangerd spieces. Though they are endangerd they are making a major recovery and my soon be alowed to be fished in set quantaties.
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