Author: (Linnaeus, 1758)
FBname: Lane snapper
Comments: Adults are found over all types of bottom, but mainly around coral reefs and on vegetated sandy areas.  In turbid as well as clear water (Ref. 9710).  They often form large aggregations, especially during the breeding season.  Feed at night on small fishes, bottom-living crabs, shrimps, worms, gastropods and cephalopods.  Good food fish, it is marketed fresh.