Aprion [Aprion]
Description
The Aprion genus comprises the Green Jobfish, a solitary species known for its striking greenish-blue coloration and elongated body. Inhabiting tropical and subtropical waters of the Indo-Pacific, these snappers prefer outer reef slopes and deep lagoons. They are highly valued for sport fishing and commercial fisheries, thanks to their strong fight and excellent taste.
Species
Green Jobfish [Aprion virescens]
View DetailsTaxonomy
Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
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Class |
Fish
Actinopterygii
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Order |
Perciformes
Perciformes
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Family |
Snappers
Lutjanidae
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Statistics
- Species 1