Lutjanus synagris reaches 60 cm. Salmon-pink body with fine golden-yellow horizontal lines, ocher fins. Forms small schools on Caribbean reefs and seagrass, more gregarious than L. analis. Ubiquitous: from 2 m on flats to 400 m on slopes. Significant commercial and artisanal fishery across the Caribbean, IUCN Near Threatened. Juveniles use mangroves as nursery.
Frequently asked questions
How big is the Lane snapper?
Lane snapper (Lutjanus synagris) reaches 20–60 cm in length.
At what depth can you find the Lane snapper?
Lane snapper is found between 2–400 m deep.
Is the Lane snapper dangerous to divers?
Danger level: Harmless.
What is the conservation status of the Lane snapper?