The Blacktail snapper is a vibrant marine fish known for its distinctive black-tipped tail. It typically measures 10-16 inches and weighs up to 6 pounds. Found in coral reefs and coastal waters, it feeds on small fish and invertebrates. This species is known for its schooling behavior and plays a crucial role in the reef ecosystem. This summary is AI generated
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IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Blacktail snapper
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