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
Common depth
IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Yellowtail snapper
The Split - Caye Caulker
length · weight
Yellowtail snapper
The Split - Caye Caulker
length · weight
Yellowtail snapper
11 in · 1 lb


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