Spanish Flag Snapper

Lutjanus carponotatus
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This snapper displays several brown horizontal lines running along the body starting around the head and ending around the caudal peduncle. All the fins are a bold bright yellow and the pectoral fin has a distinct black spot on the base. It is know to inhabit outer reef slopes and coral reefs in large schools.

Size: Length 40cm (Maximum)

Diet: Benthic Crustaceans, Zoobenthos & Bony Fish

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Left: Ian Laird
Centre: Ian Laird
Right: Ian Laird
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