Crescent Snapper
NameCrescent Snapper
Scientific NameLutjanus lunulatus
Common NamesCrescent Snapper, Half-moon Snapper, Lunulate Snapper
FamilyLutjanidae
OriginIndo-Pacific
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)250
Max Size (Inches)14
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarge Angelfish, Groupers, Moray Eels, Triggerfish (with caution), Large Wrasses, Puffers
Description
The Crescent Snapper is a robust marine fish characterized by its silvery body and often subtle crescent-shaped markings on its sides, which can be more prominent in juveniles. As a predatory species, it requires a diet rich in protein and a spacious environment. This snapper is found throughout the Indo-Pacific, typically inhabiting coral reefs and rocky areas.
