Fishing for Schoolmaster snapper

Lutjanus apodus
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The Schoolmaster snapper is a robust, medium-sized fish typically reaching 12-16 inches and weighing up to 8 pounds. It has a yellowish body with distinct vertical bars. Found in coral reefs and mangroves in the western Atlantic, it feeds on crustaceans and small fish. Schoolmasters are social, often forming large groups, especially during the day. This summary is AI generated

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Water type

Saltwater / Mixed

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Reports of ciguatera poisoning

Source: Fishbase

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