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The Dusky snapper (Paracaesio sordida) is a saltwater fish of the family Lutjanidae that grows up to 48 cm.
Asia: American Samoa, Solomon Is., Brunei Darsm, Myanmar, Sri Lanka, China and others
Description
The dusky snapper is a snapper (Lutjanidae) from the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 48 cm and has a streamlined, blue-grey body with a forked tail. As a fast, schooling fish it hovers in open water above steep coral reef slopes and wrecks and picks zooplankton and small fish from the current. It is a food fish. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Dusky snapper?
The Dusky snapper has a torpedo-shaped body and is mainly blue.
Where does the Dusky snapper live?
The Dusky snapper lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Asia: American Samoa, Solomon Is., Brunei Darsm, Myanmar, Sri Lanka, China and others
How big does the Dusky snapper get?
The Dusky snapper grows to a maximum of about 48 cm. On average the species is around 28 cm.
Is the Dusky snapper dangerous to humans?
No, the Dusky snapper is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
Is the Dusky snapper edible?
Yes, the Dusky snapper is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Paracaesio
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