Where Does Long-jawed Red Snapper Live?

Long-jawed Red Snapper lives in specific habitats. Knowing where to look helps you find and identify it.

Where to find Long-jawed Red Snapper

Water type

saltwater

Depth

Typically found at depths of 10 to 150 meters (33 to 492 feet), but can occur deeper.

Environment

Associated with coral reefs, rocky bottoms, and offshore banks. Often found in areas with strong currents. Juveniles may inhabit shallower reef areas.

Geographic range

Widespread in the Indo-Pacific region, from the Red Sea and East Africa eastward to the Line Islands and Tuamotu Archipelago, northward to southern Japan, and southward to Australia.

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