The Australasian snapper is a robust marine fish with a silvery-pink body and a distinctively forked tail. It inhabits coastal waters and rocky reefs, feeding on crustaceans, mollusks, and smaller fish. Typically reaching up to 40 inches and weighing around 30 pounds, this species is known for its social behavior, often forming large schools. This summary is AI generated
Water type
Common depth
IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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