Queen Snapper
NameQueen Snapper
Scientific NameEtelis oculatus
Common NamesQueen Snapper, Scarlet Snapper, Eyelight Snapper
FamilyLutjanidae
OriginWestern Atlantic Ocean, Gulf of Mexico, Caribbean Sea
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)500
Max Size (Inches)40
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)68-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesOther large, robust predatory marine fish (in very large aquariums), Large groupers, Large moray eels
Description
The Queen Snapper is a large, deep-water marine fish characterized by its striking red coloration and large eyes, adapted for low-light environments. It is a predatory species found in the Western Atlantic, Gulf of Mexico, and Caribbean. Due to its significant size and specialized needs, it is rarely kept in home aquariums.
