Description

Also known as Ehrenberg's Sea Perch, Ehrenberg's Snapper.

Found singly, pairs, or large schools, close to freshwater runs-offs, over shallow coastal reefs.
They feed on fish and invertebrates.
Juveniles found over inter-tidal areas.
Length - 35cm
Depth - 1-20m
Widespread Indo-West Pacific

Most Snappers live in moderate depths, however there are a few that live much deeper. Juveniles found on inshore reefs.
They are nocturnal predators that mainly feed on fish, but will eat crustaceans, gastropods and cephalopods.
Some smaller family members eat zooplankton. (edit) Ref: https://www.fishbase.se/summary/Lutjanus-ehrenbergii