Lutjanus cyanopterus
Lutjans
Cubera snapper
Cubera-Schnapper
Cubera snapper
Vivaneau cubera
Pagro cubera
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 15 and 55 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 : 165 cm
- The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.
- Diet : Fishes - Shrimps
- The animal can show variable colouring
Relationship with humans
- The species is in great demand and highly appreciated
- The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
- - Fishing or commercial aquiculture for food
- -Sport or local fishing
- The species is classified asVulnerable
The species can be confused with other species of similar appearance!