Blue-stripe Snapper

Lutjanus kasmira
(Other names Bluestripe Seaperch, Common Bluestripe Snapper)
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They are yellow on top of the body and white underneath. Bright blue stripes run horizontally along the side of the body starting from the head and ending at the caudal peduncle. They can be mistaken for the Five-line Snapper, however lack the extra blue line and dark spot. Found in tropical marine waters along coastal and coral reefs in small aggregations.

Size: 35cm (maximum)

Diet: Small Fishes, Crustaceans, and Algae

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Left: Collette Bagnato
Centre: Tony Wigmore
Right: Tony Wigmore
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