Russell's Snapper
Lutjanus russellii
- Group: Snapper
- Typical depth: 3–80 m
- Max size: 50 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
This snapper favours offshore coral reefs at moderate depth, often around 50 metres, while juveniles slip into mangrove estuaries and even freshwater streams. It grows to about half a metre and preys on bottom invertebrates and fish.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Lutjanidae › Lutjanus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 218473.
FAQ
- How deep does the Russell's Snapper live?
- The Russell's Snapper (Lutjanus russellii) is typically found at 3–80 m.
- Is the Russell's Snapper dangerous to divers?
- The Russell's Snapper is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Russell's Snapper get?
- The Russell's Snapper grows to about 50 cm.