Blackspot Snapper
Lutjanus ehrenbergii
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There are always exactly 5 yellow stripes across his flanks, which you can count in peace, because he is not afraid of divers at all. His head shines in beautiful silver scales, five yellow stripes run backwards from his gills, his dorsal, pectoral and anal fins are lemon yellow. The top stripe is interrupted by a noticeable black spot.
Special features
There are always exactly 5 yellow stripes across his flanks, which you can count in peace, because he is not afraid of divers at all.
Appearance
His head shines in beautiful silver scales, five yellow stripes run backwards from his gills, his dorsal, pectoral and anal fins are lemon yellow. The top stripe is interrupted by a noticeable black spot.
Natural enemies
Predatory fish
Dangerous/Venomous
The black point snapper is neither dangerous nor venomous.
Sketch
1. Yellow stripes
2. Dark spot
Pro tips
It is usually found in small groups in lagoons, bays, and reefs. It is also known for certain that he likes to wreak havoc in the waters off Oman and Yemen. Young animals even like to venture into estuaries.
Text: Carolina Leiter
Pic: Felician Hosp
Illustration: Dive Dict
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