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near Spawning aggregation site at Exuma Sound, Bahamas — December–February full moon dives encounter hundreds of spawning Nassau Grouper.
Spawning aggregation site at Exuma Sound, Bahamas — December–February full moon dives encounter hundreds of spawning Nassau Grouper. is a top spot to see Nassau Grouper (Epinephelus striatus) in the wild. Below are the best-rated places to stay within 25 km, plus tips for spotting nearby.
Nassau Grouper (Epinephelus striatus)
BEST TIME TO SEE
Dive at Exuma Cays or Andros outer reef walls December–February during spawning aggregations — a once-in-a-lifetime spectacle.
SIGHTING TIP
Year-round on Bahamian reefs; winter spawning aggregations (December–February) at full moon are peak events with thousands of fish.
Coordinates
23.8000°N, 76.4000°W
HABITAT
Coral reef ecosystems from shallow nearshore areas to 90 m depth; associated with structurally complex reef habitats.
CONSERVATION STATUS
Critically Endangered
Hotels and Stays Nearby
Within 25 Km