Is the Fat Snook dangerous to divers?

The Fat Snook is harmless to divers.

How big does the Fat Snook get?

The Fat Snook grows to about 72 cm.

Fat Snook

Centropomus parallelus

Group: Other
Max size: 72 cm
For divers: safe
IUCN status: LC

This snook hunts fish and crustaceans over shallow soft bottoms in coastal waters, estuaries and lagoons, often pushing well into fresh water and favouring low salinity. A dark lateral line runs sharply down its silvery flank. Its well regarded flesh makes it a popular catch through its range in the western Atlantic.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Carangaria incertae sedis › Centropomidae › Centropomus

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 280064.

FAQ

Is the Fat Snook dangerous to divers?: The Fat Snook is harmless to divers.
How big does the Fat Snook get?: The Fat Snook grows to about 72 cm.