Key Takeaways Fact Description Scientific Name Lutjanus Synagris Family Lutjanidae Habitat Western part of the Atlantic Ocean Diet Smaller fishes, cephalopods, gastropods, and crustaceans Size Most don’t exceed 25 cm (9.8 in) Weight Best-recorded weight for this species is 3.5 kg (7.7 lb). Introduction to Lane Snapper The Lane Snapper, also known by its scientific […]
Key Takeaways Fact Description Scientific Name Lutjanus Griseus Common Name Mangrove Snapper and Gray Snapper Habitat western Atlantic Ocean from Massachusetts to Brazil, the Gulf of Mexico, Bermuda, and the Caribbean Sea. Diet Small fish, crustaceans (which are small, shelled creatures like crabs and shrimp), cephalopods (which include creatures like squid and octopus), and gastropods
Key Takeaways Fact Description Scientific Name Lutjanus Sebae Common Names red emperor, emperor red snapper, government bream, king snapper, queenfish or red kelp. Habitat Indian Ocean and the western Pacific Ocean Diet Carnivorous, feeds on fish, shrimp, squid, clams and other meaty fares. Size Up to 46 inches (116 cm) Lifespan Up to 40 years