Flower Grouper

Flower Grouper (Epinephelus polyphekadion), known in Cantonese markets as 花鮫, is one of the most sought-after grouper species for premium seafood restaurants in Hong Kong and Guangdong province. Its distinctive dark-spotted pattern and excellent live-to-plate conversion ratio — typically above 65% — make it a high-margin product for importers targeting fine-dining and luxury hotel supply chains.

Indonesian Flower Grouper is sourced primarily from the coral reef systems of Sulawesi and the Maluku archipelago, where the species reaches optimal market weight of 500g–2kg in natural reef environments. The relatively deep reef habitats in these waters produce fish with firmer texture and superior flavor compared to specimens from shallower, warmer areas.

The species is available year-round from TaMainco's supply network, with peak availability from April to October when sea conditions in the Banda Sea and Maluku Strait are optimal for harvesting. Live specimens are transported in specialized oxygenated holding tanks from fishing ground to processing facility, maintaining survival rates above 95% during transit.

For buyers requiring frozen product, our IQF whole round and H&G forms are processed within hours of harvest, ensuring the highest possible quality grade. All Flower Grouper is processed under full HACCP documentation with Halal MUI certification available, making it suitable for Muslim-majority market exports including Malaysia, the UAE, and Saudi Arabia.