Flame Snapper [Pristipomoides filamentosus]
Description
This species is characterized by its deep red color and long, slender body. It typically inhabits tropical and subtropical waters, specifically around coral reefs and rocky bottoms. It is a demersal species, meaning it lives close to the sea floor. It feeds mainly on smaller fish and invertebrates.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Fish
Actinopterygii
|
| Order |
Perciformes
Perciformes
|
| Family |
Snappers
Lutjanidae
|
| Genus |
Pristipomoides
Pristipomoides
|