Snapper

Chrysophrys aurata
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Pale pinkish/silver in body. The fins are tinged with blue. Adults develop a large hump on the top of its head with juveniles displaying bright blue spots on the body. They can be found on sandy coastal areas.

Size: 1.2 metres (Maximum)

Diet: Crustaceans, shellfish and worms.

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Left: Nick Catran
Centre: Tony Wigmore
Right: Ian Laird
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