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Sailfin snapper

Symphorichthys spilurus

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The sailfin snapper from the central Indo-Pacific. It is the only member of its genus.

Scientific name
Symphorichthys spilurus
Family
Lutjanidae

Fact sheet

General

Water
Saltwater
Group
Fish

Taxonomy

Family
Lutjanidae
Order
Eupercaria/misc
Synonyms
Symphorus spilurus

Origin

Native region
Oceania, Ásia

Size and lifespan

Adult size
60 cm

Behavior

Diet
Carnivore

Reproduction

Breeding strategy
Egg scatterer

Conservation and trade

IUCN status
Least concern (LC)

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