Fishing for Brownstripe red snapper

Lutjanus vitta

The brownstripe red snapper is a vibrant marine fish known for its reddish body adorned with distinctive brown stripes. It inhabits coral reefs and rocky areas in tropical waters. Typically reaching up to 16 inches and weighing around 4 pounds, it feeds on smaller fish and crustaceans. This snapper is a solitary predator, often seen patrolling reef edges. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater / Mixed

Common depth

33 ft - 236 ft

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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