Haemulon chrysargyreum

Lutjans

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  • Smallmouth grunt
  • Gelbstreifen-Grunzer
  • Geelgestreepte grommer;Kleinbek grommer
  • Gorette tibouche
  • Ronco boquilla;Jeniguano amarillo

Distribution

  • The tropical Atlantic

Environment and movement of the diurnal species

  • The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
  • The species is generally seen moving in its environment.
  • The species can be found between 2 and 25 Meters.
  • Common species.

Environment and movement of the nocturnal species

  • The species is generally found in the open sea.
  • The species is generally seen moving in its environment.

General behaviour of the species

  • Lives in large groups
  • The animal is fearful of the diver

General characteristics of the species

  • Maximum size : 25 cm
  • The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.
  • Diet : Plankton -

Relationship with humans

  • The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest
The species can be confused with other species of similar appearance!