How big is the Yellowtail snapper?

Yellowtail snapper (Ocyurus chrysurus) reaches 30–86 cm in length.

At what depth can you find the Yellowtail snapper?

Yellowtail snapper is found between 1–165 m deep.

What is the conservation status of the Yellowtail snapper?

IUCN status: Data deficient (DD).

Where can you find the Yellowtail snapper?

Found in: Caribbean, Eastern Pacific.

Yellowtail snapper (Ocyurus chrysurus)

Key facts

Scientific name: Ocyurus chrysurus
Common name: Yellowtail snapper
Category: Fish
Family: Lutjanidae
Genus: Ocyurus
Size: 30–86 cm
Depth: 1–165 m
IUCN status: Data deficient (DD)
Danger level: Harmless
Habitats: reef, open-water
Behaviours: schooling, fast-moving
Ocean zones: Caribbean, Eastern Pacific

Description

Ocyurus chrysurus, the yellowtail snapper, reaches 86 cm. Slender silver-blue body dotted with yellow spots, wide vivid yellow band and tail that make it instantly recognizable. Pelagic: unlike other benthic snappers, hunts in midwater schools above reefs. Omnivorous, chases fish and cephalopods. Highly prized in Caribbean sport and commercial fisheries.

Photo of Yellowtail snapper

Frequently asked questions

How big is the Yellowtail snapper?: Yellowtail snapper (Ocyurus chrysurus) reaches 30–86 cm in length.
At what depth can you find the Yellowtail snapper?: Yellowtail snapper is found between 1–165 m deep.
Is the Yellowtail snapper dangerous to divers?: Danger level: Harmless.
What is the conservation status of the Yellowtail snapper?: IUCN status: Data deficient (DD).
Where can you find the Yellowtail snapper?: Found in: Caribbean, Eastern Pacific.

Other species in the family Lutjanidae

Sources

Taxonomy: WoRMS (AphiaID 159803)
Photos: iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)
Distribution: GBIF (taxonKey 2385282)
Conservation: IUCN Red List
Encyclopedia: Wikipedia