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The Fingermark bream (Lutjanus russellii) is a brackish-water fish of the family Lutjanidae that grows up to 50 cm.
Indo-West Pacific; coral and rocky reefs, mangrove estuaries for the juveniles.
Description
Russell's snapper is a snapper of the family Lutjanidae from the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 50 cm and has a silvery body with fine yellow-brown longitudinal stripes and a characteristic dark blotch high on the flank, just below the rear dorsal fin. Adults live on coral and rocky reefs, usually deeper than 20 metres, while juveniles grow up in mangrove estuaries. As a predator it feeds on fishes and crustaceans. Russell's snapper is a valued food and angling fish. It is harmless to humans, although large reef specimens may locally contain ciguatera.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Fingermark bream?
The Fingermark bream has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a horizontal stripes pattern. Dark blotch high on the flank and fine yellow-brown stripes; juveniles grow up in mangroves.
Where does the Fingermark bream live?
The Fingermark bream lives in brackish water and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Indo-West Pacific; coral and rocky reefs, mangrove estuaries for the juveniles.
How big does the Fingermark bream get?
The Fingermark bream grows to a maximum of about 50 cm. On average the species is around 30 cm.
Is the Fingermark bream dangerous to humans?
No, the Fingermark bream is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Fingermark bream edible?
Yes, the Fingermark bream is commonly eaten.
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