SILK SNAPPER – Lutjanus vivanus

Article by: Mark Mayo

Family Lutjanidae, SNAPPERS

Descriptions: back and upper sides pinkish red, shading to silvery sides with undulating yellow lines; pectoral fins pale yellow; back edge of caudal fin blackish; anal fin pointed; no dark lateral spot; yellow eye.

Similar fish: red snapper, L. campechanus.

Where found: OFFSHORE over rocky ledges in very deep water; most common in south Florida.

Size: usually less than 5 pounds.

Remarks: little is known.

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