Blue Bone Groper | Burswood Seafood Perth

Blue Bone Groper

Blue Bone Groper is an umbrella name used for the species; Baldchin Groper (Choerodon rubescens), Blue Tuskfish (C. cyanodus), Venus Tuskfish (C. venustus) and Blackspot Tuskfish (C. cyanodus).

Blue Bone Groper typically inhabits coral reefs with sections of broken rubble, sand and weed. They are a member of the wrasse family and are highly regarded for their excellent eating quality.

Tuskfish can easily be distinguished from parrot fish by their teeth, Tuskfish have two pairs of canines in the front of the lower jaw and parrot fish have a beak.

Additional Information

Cooking Suggestions	Blue bone groper is one of the best eating reef species, with juicy thick flesh that melts in your mouth. This sweet tasting fillet cooks well when pan fried, baked and steamed.
Health and Nutrition	Australians can significantly improve their health by eating seafood at least twice each week, currently only 25% of Australians consume seafood once a week
Handy Hint	Name derived from their aqua coloured spine and bones
Fast Fact	Baldchin Groper is endemic to the WA coastline
Recipe Card	Fish with Salsa Verde
Accompaniment	Steamed greens and potatoes
Alternative	Coral Trout, Pearl Perch, Red Emperor