Species Type:
Fishes
Common Name(s):
Gray snapper
Size:
Gray snappers grow up to 18 inches (26 centimeters) long.
Diet:
As opportunistic eaters, gray snappers aren't picky about their food. They feed mainly on crustaceans like shrimp and crabs, but will also eat smaller fishes, octopus, worms and mollusks.
Range & Habitat:
Occurring in the western Atlantic Ocean, Gulf of Mexico and Caribbean Sea, gray snappers live along reefs, rocky areas, mangroves and estuaries.
Details:
Gray snappers are light gray with darker dorsal fins and tails. Some may show spots or bars depending on their age and environment. With canine-like teeth, they catch fish, shrimp, and crabs.