Fishing for Yellowtail snapper

Ocyurus chrysurus

The Yellowtail snapper is a vibrant marine fish known for its striking yellow stripe and tail. It inhabits warm Atlantic waters, often near coral reefs. This species typically measures 12-30 inches and weighs up to 5 pounds. Yellowtail snappers are agile swimmers, feeding on small fish and invertebrates, and are known for their schooling behavior. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

Common depth

? - 591 ft

IUCN Status

Data deficient

Threat to humans

Reports of ciguatera poisoning

Source: Fishbase

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