Blue And Gold Snapper
Lutjanus viridis
- Group: Snapper
- Typical depth: 0–60 m
- Max size: 30 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A snapper of coastal waters around rocky and coral reefs, the blue and gold snapper sometimes gathers in large schools. It grows to about thirty centimetres and is caught and sold fresh.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Lutjanidae › Lutjanus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 276552.
FAQ
- How deep does the Blue And Gold Snapper live?
- The Blue And Gold Snapper (Lutjanus viridis) is typically found at 0–60 m.
- Is the Blue And Gold Snapper dangerous to divers?
- The Blue And Gold Snapper is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Blue And Gold Snapper get?
- The Blue And Gold Snapper grows to about 30 cm.