Fin's Fish Guide
The Bohar snapper (Lutjanus bohar) is a fish that lives in both fresh and salt water of the family Lutjanidae that grows up to 90 cm.
Description
The two-spot red snapper is a large snapper from the Indo-Pacific. The species grows to about 90 cm and has a stocky, reddish-brown body; juveniles have two silvery-white spots on the back. As a powerful reef predator it hunts fish, crustaceans and squid. The species is a notorious example of ciguatera: large specimens can be heavily contaminated and eating them can cause serious ciguatera poisoning. The IUCN assesses the species as Least Concern (LC).
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Bohar snapper?
The Bohar snapper has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly red-orange and shows a spots pattern. Powerful reef predator; notorious ciguatera risk in large individuals
Where does the Bohar snapper live?
The Bohar snapper lives in both fresh and salt water and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Indo-Pacific
How big does the Bohar snapper get?
The Bohar snapper grows to a maximum of about 90 cm. On average the species is around 76 cm.
Is the Bohar snapper dangerous to humans?
The Bohar snapper is venomous — handle spines with care and seek medical help after a sting if needed. Eat large specimens with caution: there is a risk of ciguatera poisoning (nausea, tingling, hot/cold reversal). Seek medical help if symptoms follow consumption.
Is the Bohar snapper edible?
The Bohar snapper is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Lutjanus
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