Queen Snapper

Etelis oculatus

Managed by: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

Regions

Florida

Protected status

None

Also known as

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Species Profile

Florida saltwater profile data (FWC). Availability and detail varies by species.

FWC

Size

Up to 36 inches

Similar species

Other snappers Size: Up to 36 inches

Appearance

Back and upper sides are red, fading to a lighter belly
Large yellow eyes
Tail is deeply forked
Body is long and slender
Dorsal fin with a notch in the middle
No dark spot on side below dorsal fin

Habitat

Common offshore over rocky reefs of the continental shelf to 450 feet deep. Young queen snapper suspend at mid-depths.

Behavior

There is little is known about the queen snapper, but it is reported that adults live at depths greater than 400 feet. Mainly consume small fishes and squid

Additional information

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Sources

Managed by: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

FWC Wildlife Habitats Profile (FL)