Blackfin Snapper
NameBlackfin Snapper
Scientific NameLutjanus buccanella
Common NamesBlackfin Snapper, Blackfin Red Snapper
FamilyLutjanidae
OriginWestern Atlantic Ocean, Caribbean Sea, Gulf of Mexico
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)500
Max Size (Inches)30
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-80
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesOther large snappers, Groupers, Large angelfish, Triggerfish (with caution), Moray eels
Description
The Blackfin Snapper is a large, predatory marine fish known for its reddish-pink body and a distinctive black spot at the base of its pectoral fin. Native to the Western Atlantic, it is a challenging species to keep in a home aquarium due to its size and dietary needs. It requires a very large tank and stable saltwater parameters.
