Haemulon melanurum

Lutjans

1 / 2

Cottonwick grunt
Schwarzrücken-Grunzer
Zwartstaat grommer
Gorette mèche;Gorette queue noire
Ronco mapurite

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 3 and 50 Meters.
Uncommon Species

General behaviour of the species

Species generally solitary
The animal is fearful of the diver

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 33 cm
The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.

Relationship with humans

The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest