Species guide
How to catch Convict grouper
Hyporthodus septemfasciatus
saltwatergame fishEpinephelidae
The convict grouper is a robust predatory fish known for its distinct banded pattern. It inhabits rocky coastal areas and is prized by anglers for its size and fighting ability. Commonly found around Southern Japan, it thrives in saltwater environments.
Where they live
Found in rocky habitats in Southern Japan, typically between 5 and 30 meters deep in saltwater regions of the Pacific and Indian Oceans.
Typical size
Up to about 155 cm
What they eat
- small fish
- crustaceans
Best baits
- dead fish
- crab
- shrimp
Best lures
- jigs
- soft plastic lures
- deep-diving hardbaits
How to fish for them
- bottom fishing
- casting near rocky structures
- jigging
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