The golden snapper is a vibrant marine fish known for its striking yellow hue. It typically inhabits coral reefs and rocky areas. Measuring up to 20 inches and weighing around 10 pounds, it feeds on small fish and invertebrates. Golden snappers are solitary or form small groups, displaying cautious and territorial behavior. This summary is AI generated
Water type
IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Golden snapper
length · weight
Golden snapper
6 in · 4 oz
Golden snapper
length · weight


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