Plectropomus laevis
Blacksaddle Coral Grouper
This species has two variations: a pale form and a dark form, though both reach a similar size of up to 125 cm.
The pale variation has a white base color with four black saddles along the body, a black band above the eye, and yellow fins.
The dark variation has a darker body color with 3–4 dark bars along the body, along with small dark-edged blue spots on the head, body, and fins. Can be found on 4-90m depth
DIVE SITES
Types of Habitats
Please note that the variety of critters depends on the season and changes dive sites to dive site
Sand & Rubble
Lembeh’s iconic muck sites feature gentle slopes of volcanic sand scattered with debris, sponges, algae, and rubble.
Coral
Many soft and hard coral species live and thrive here, in the nutrient-rich waters of the Lembeh Strait.
Mixed
With a combination of reef and muck dives, you can enjoy a world of diving experiences in one location.
