Distinguishing Characteristics |
Body moderately deep, compressed; color deep red on back, lighter red below; anal and caudal fins orange (yellow or greenish yellow in juveniles); black blotch at base of pectoral fin (absent in juveniles); eye orange or bronze; snout pointed; canine teeth in upper jaw larger than in lower jaw; tooth patch on roof of mouth; anal fin rounded. |
Similar Species |
Coloration similar to red and silk snappers, but black spot at base of pectoral fin and a rounded anal fin distinguish this snapper. |
Habitat |
Gulf |
Maximum Size |
62 cm (24 1/2 in), common to 50 cm (19 1/2 in) |
Fin Element Counts |
D. X,14; A. III,8 (explain) |
Other Common Names |
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Previous Scientific Names |
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Comments |
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State size/bag limits |
None; Check for state record. |