Crimson Snapper
Lutjanus erythropterus
- Group: Snapper
- Typical depth: 5–100 m
- Max size: 81.6 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A deep red snapper reaching over 80 centimetres, it gathers in groups over reefs, rubble and muddy trawling grounds down to about 100 metres. Adults hunt mostly fish, taking some crustaceans and squid, while the small juveniles stay in shallow muddy water.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Lutjanidae › Lutjanus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 276534.
FAQ
- How deep does the Crimson Snapper live?
- The Crimson Snapper (Lutjanus erythropterus) is typically found at 5–100 m.
- Is the Crimson Snapper dangerous to divers?
- The Crimson Snapper is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Crimson Snapper get?
- The Crimson Snapper grows to about 81.6 cm.