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Chocolate Hind
Species Information
| Scientific Name: | Cephalopholis boenak |
| Common Names: | chocolate hind, brownbarred rockcod, brown-banded cod, brown-banded rockcod |
| Environment: | Nearshore, Offshore |
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About Chocolate Hind
Cephalopholis boenak, also known as the Chocolate Hind, Boenak Grouper, or Brown Grouper, is a species of reef fish in the Serranidae family. It is a popular species for both commercial and recreational fishing and is widely distributed in the Indo-Pacific region, including the waters of Southeast Asia, the Philippines, New Guinea, and northern Australia.
Cephalopholis boenak is a medium-sized species of grouper that typically grows to around 50-60 cm in length, but can reach up to 90 cm in some cases. The fish is characterized by its distinctive brown coloration and has a reputation for being a good fighter when caught on a fishing line.
In addition to its popularity as a target species for recreational fishing, Cephalopholis boenak is also highly valued as a food fish. Its meat is considered to be of high quality, with a firm texture and a sweet, delicate flavor. The species is also an important component of the commercial fishing industry in some parts of its range.
Chocolate Hind Fishing
| World Record: | |
| # Fish Caught: | 5442 documented in database. |
| Earliest Record: | 7/2/1790 12:00:00 PM and located at 11.11666, 92.81666. |
| Latest Record: | 6/11/2022 8:00:34 AM and located at 25.12216, 121.90033. |
| Common Techniques: | Bottom Fishing |
| Popular Lure Types: | Bottom Rig |
| Fishing Spots: | 978 Chocolate Hind fishing spots. |
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