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!