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Moses' snapper

Lutjanus russellii

Depth 25m
Lutjanus russellii

About this species

The body is grey-silver to a light brown with a pink tinge. The upper side of the body and head are darker than the rest of the body. An oval spot is visible below the rear of the dorsal fin. Pectoral, pelvic and anal fins have yellow tinge. Juveniles may have 4-6 horizontal brown lines along body. Read more…

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