Bass Groper
Scientific name
Polyprion moeone
Characteristics
The Bass Groper is very similar in appearance to Hapuka. The colour for Bass Groper varies from dark grey to steely blue, with or without silvery blotches.
Size
Maximum weight of around 100 kg and 200 cm in length.
Distribution
The Bass Groper inhabits deep offshore waters of Australia's southern coast. It can be found in the deep water (100 m +) off the NSW coast.
Confusing species
Very similar in appearance to Hapuka.
