Two-spot Red Snapper
NameTwo-spot Red Snapper
Scientific NameLutjanus bohar
Common NamesTwo-spot Red Snapper, Bohar Snapper, Red Bass
FamilyLutjanidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Red Sea, Western Pacific
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)500
Max Size (Inches)30
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)75-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesOther large, robust snappers, Large groupers, Moray eels (large species), Large sharks (in public aquariums)
Description
The Two-spot Red Snapper is a large, predatory marine fish found throughout the Indo-Pacific. Juveniles display two prominent white spots that fade with age, and adults are typically greyish-red. It is a robust and powerful fish, often found in coral reefs and rocky areas, requiring an extremely large aquarium.
