Ornate Snapper
NameOrnate Snapper
Scientific NameLutjanus decussatus
Common NamesOrnate Snapper, Decussate Snapper
FamilyLutjanidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Western Pacific, Andaman Sea, Solomon Islands, Ryukyu Islands, Northern Australia
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)180
Max Size (Inches)12
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesOther large snappers, Groupers, Large angelfish, Triggerfish (with caution), Moray eels (in very large systems)
Description
The Ornate Snapper is a predatory marine fish known for its reddish-pink body, yellow fins, and distinctive horizontal stripes. Native to the Indo-Pacific, it is a robust species that requires a very large, mature saltwater aquarium. It is a challenging species best suited for experienced aquarists.
