Fishing for African brown snapper

Lutjanus dentatus
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The African brown snapper is a robust, deep-bodied fish with a reddish-brown hue and a slightly forked tail. It inhabits coastal waters and estuaries in the eastern Atlantic. Typically reaching 20-24 inches and weighing up to 15 pounds, it feeds on crustaceans and small fish. Known for its solitary behavior, it occasionally forms small groups. This summary is AI generated

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Water type

Saltwater / Mixed

IUCN Status

Data deficient

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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