Haemulon parra

Lutjans

Sailor's grunt; sailors choice
Grauflossen-Grunzer
Grijsfinnen grommer
Gorette marchand
Ronco plateado

Distribution

The tropical Atlantic

Environment and movement of the diurnal species

The species is generally found in the open sea.
The species is generally seen moving in its environment.
The species can be found between 3 and 25 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 living in a group
The animal is fearful of the diver

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 42 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
The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
- - Fishing or commercial aquiculture for food

The species can be confused with other species of similar appearance!