Lutjanus jocu

Lutjans

Dog snapper
Hundsshnapper
Bastaardbaars
Pagre dents de chien
Pargo jocú;Cubera caballera

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 motionless in its environment
The species is found in a sheltered zone
The species can be found between 10 and 30 Meters.
Uncommon Species

Environment and movement of the nocturnal species

The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
The species is generally seen moving in its environment.

General behaviour of the species

Species generally solitary
The animal is fearful of the diver

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 128 cm
Maximum age known : 21 year(s)
The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.
The animal can show variable colouring

Relationship with humans

The species is good to eat
The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
- - Aquarium enthusiasts.
- - Fishing or commercial aquiculture for food