Indian Snapper
NameIndian Snapper
Scientific NameLutjanus russellii
Common NamesIndian Snapper, Russell's Snapper, Russell's Sea Perch, Spot Snapper
FamilyLutjanidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Indian Ocean, Western Pacific
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)250
Max Size (Inches)20
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesOther large snappers, Groupers, Large angelfish, Triggerfish (with caution), Moray eels
Description
The Indian Snapper (*Lutjanus russellii*) is a large, predatory marine fish found throughout the Indo-Pacific. It features a silvery-pink body with several yellowish horizontal stripes and a prominent black spot below the soft-rayed portion of the dorsal fin. This species is a robust predator that requires a very large aquarium.
