The vermilion snapper is a vibrant, reddish-orange fish found in the western Atlantic Ocean. It typically measures 10-14 inches and weighs 1-3 pounds. This species inhabits deep reefs and rocky bottoms, feeding on small fish, crustaceans, and plankton. Vermilion snappers are social, often forming large schools, and are known for their agile swimming behavior. This summary is AI generated
Water type
Common depth
IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Vermilion snapper
length · weight
Vermilion snapper
length · weight
Vermilion snapper
length · weight
Vermilion snapper
length · weight
Vermilion snapper
6 in · 2 oz
Vermilion snapper
10 in · 1 lb


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