Wenchman
NameWenchman
Scientific NamePristipomoides aquilonaris
Common NamesWenchman, Wenchman Snapper, Wenchman Jobfish
FamilyLutjanidae
OriginWestern Atlantic Ocean, Gulf of Mexico, Caribbean Sea
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)250
Max Size (Inches)14
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-80
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesOther large, robust snappers, Large groupers (of similar size), Large angelfish (robust species), Triggerfish (large species)
Description
The Wenchman is a deep-water snapper species characterized by its reddish-pink body, large eyes, and often yellowish fins. It is a predatory fish primarily found in the Western Atlantic, Gulf of Mexico, and Caribbean, where it is a target for commercial and recreational fisheries. Due to its size and predatory nature, it is rarely kept in home aquariums and requires specialized care.
