Shipping is $42.79. Fish orders over $599 and coral orders over $399 ship free. Fish and coral ship in separate boxes, and we confirm your delivery day with you before anything ships.
Pickup available at 46 Northwest 36th Street
Usually ready in 2 hours
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Description
Care level
Intermediate
Temperament
Aggressive
Reef safe
With caution
Typical for this species. Ask us if you're unsure.
The Neptune Grouper (Cephalopholis igarashiensis) is one of the most coveted deepwater specimens in the marine aquarium hobby. Pulled from depths that few aquarists ever get to collect from, it wears a striking palette of golden yellow washed with rose and crimson banding, a color combination that looks almost painted on. This is a true showpiece, the kind of centerpiece specimen that defines a high end display.
Beyond the looks, the Neptune Grouper has a bold, curious personality. It will quickly learn to recognize you, come to the front of the glass at feeding time, and command attention in any large system. Once acclimated it is remarkably hardy, making it a rewarding choice for the dedicated keeper ready to give it the space it deserves.
Because it originates from deeper, dimmer waters, it appreciates subdued lighting, stable parameters, and plenty of rockwork to patrol and claim as its own. Give it room to grow and it will reward you for years.
Care at a glance
Care level:Moderate
Diet:Carnivore. Offer a varied meaty diet of mysis, krill, silversides, and quality frozen or prepared marine foods
Temperament:Aggressive
Reef compatible:With caution. It will not bother corals, but it may view small ornamental shrimp and small tankmates as a meal
Minimum aquarium:180 gallons
Maximum size:Around 16 inches
Lighting:Low to moderate, subdued preferred
Placement:Open swimming space with rockwork and caves
Why buy from The Coral Boutique?
Every live specimen we ship is ethically sourced, quarantined, and conditioned in our system before it ever reaches you. A specimen like the Neptune Grouper gets extra attention, eating well and fully settled, so the one that arrives at your door is healthy, strong, and ready to thrive. When you buy from The Coral Boutique, you are buying with confidence.
Fish Health
Our fish are selected with appearance, behavior, and feeding response in mind before being listed. We aim to offer healthy, alert specimens for established saltwater systems.
Compatibility
Please confirm this fish is compatible with your tank size, current livestock, temperament needs, and reef goals before ordering. If you are unsure, contact us before checkout and we’ll help you choose responsibly.
Shipping & Pickup
Livestock ships Monday through Wednesday. We confirm a delivery day with you before your order goes out, and we will hold it if the weather is bad or an animal needs more time in quarantine.
Fish orders over $599 qualify for free shipping. Coral orders over $399 qualify for free shipping. Free same-day Miami pickup is available at 46 NW 36th St and is usually ready in 1–2 hours.
Live Arrival Guarantee
Eligible livestock orders are covered by our Live Arrival Guarantee. Photograph the animal in its sealed bag before you open anything, then email that photo with your order number within two hours of delivery. Our team reviews every claim and gets you an answer within one business day. Failed delivery attempts, refused packages, or missed delivery windows may void coverage.
Acclimation
Acclimate fish carefully and introduce them into a stable, established saltwater aquarium. Match temperature and salinity slowly, keep lights low during introduction, and monitor behavior closely after release.
Photography
We photograph our fish in house to show their coloration and patterning as clearly as we can. Colors can look different under your own lights.
When a fish in our WYSIWYG collection has one in stock, the photo is the exact fish you receive. Other fish listings use a representative photo of the species and the quality you can expect. Every fish is carefully selected for health, coloration, and temperament before shipping.
SELECTED FOR ESTABLISHED SYSTEMS
Healthy Fish Start With Careful Selection.
Every fish is selected with color, behavior, and compatibility in mind. We focus on livestock that makes sense for real reef systems, not just impulse purchases.
If you have questions about temperament, tank size, or reef compatibility, contact us before ordering.
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How ordering and shipping work
Ship days, free shipping, the Live Arrival Guarantee and shipping protection in just over a minute.
Scheduled Shipping
Fish ship Monday through Wednesday only to avoid weekend delays.
Simple Claim Window
Sealed bag photo, emailed within 2 hours of delivery. Natural or white light.
Free Miami Pickup
Pick up locally from our NW 36th St showroom.
INTRODUCTION MATTERS
Give New Fish a Stable Start.
Successful fish introductions depend on stable water parameters, proper acclimation, compatible tankmates, and low-stress handling. Take your time, keep lights low, and observe behavior closely after release.
