Red Snout Emperor
Lethrinus reticulatus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 5–30 m
- Max size: 40 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
An emperor of soft bottoms near reefs, the red snout emperor turns up alone or in small groups and feeds on bottom living invertebrates and fish. It reaches about forty centimetres and reaches the market fresh.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Lethrinidae › Lethrinus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 212059.
FAQ
- How deep does the Red Snout Emperor live?
- The Red Snout Emperor (Lethrinus reticulatus) is typically found at 5–30 m.
- Is the Red Snout Emperor dangerous to divers?
- The Red Snout Emperor is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Red Snout Emperor get?
- The Red Snout Emperor grows to about 40 cm.