Gorean Snapper
NameGorean Snapper
Scientific NameLutjanus griseus
Common NamesMangrove Snapper, Grey Snapper, Gorean Snapper
FamilyLutjanidae
OriginWestern Atlantic Ocean, Caribbean Sea, Gulf of Mexico
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)180
Max Size (Inches)24
Water TypeSaltwater, Brackish
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range7.8-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarge Groupers, Moray Eels, Other large predatory fish
Description
The Gorean Snapper, identified as a Mangrove Snapper (*Lutjanus griseus*), is a robust predatory fish known for its silvery-bronze body, large eyes, and reddish fins. Juveniles are often found in brackish or even freshwater estuaries, migrating to marine waters as they mature. This aggressive carnivore requires a very large, specialized aquarium setup and a diet of meaty foods.
