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Thiof
White grouper
Epinephelus aeneus
Premium West African grouper known for its firm texture and delicate flavour. The most sought-after demersal species on our grounds.
Note: Thiof is the local (Wolof) name for Epinephelus aeneus, sold in French markets as mérou blanc.
Product specification
- French name
- Mérou jaune / Thiof
- English name
- White grouper
- Scientific name
- Epinephelus aeneus
- Category
- Fresh Fish
- Fishing area
- Eastern Central Atlantic — FAO Area 34
- Catch method
- Handline / longline · Bottom trawl
- Product form
- Fresh · Frozen
- Availability
- Available year-round
- Size / calibre
- 1–2 kg · 2–4 kg · 4–6 kg · 6 kg +
- Packaging options
- Polystyrene boxes with ice · Cartons, buyer specification · Interleaved / bulk blocks
- Export availability
- Available for export in reefer containers, fresh (air) or frozen (sea).
- Description
- Premium West African grouper known for its firm texture and delicate flavour. The most sought-after demersal species on our grounds.
