Other names: Bluestripe snapper, Bluebanded snapper, Bluestripe sea perch, Fourline snapper, Blue-line snapper
The common bluestripe snapper, Lutjanus kasmira, is a tropical marine fish found in the Indo-Pacific region. Easily recognized by its vibrant yellow body with blue horizontal stripes, it inhabits coral reefs and is often seen in large schools. This species is popular in both commercial fisheries and recreational angling due to its abundance and striking appearance.
Other names
Bluestripe snapper, Bluebanded snapper, Bluestripe sea perch, Fourline snapper, Blue-line snapper
Length
~25" (max 40)
Weight
~1" (max 2)
Water
Salt
Water Temp
20-28° F
Depth
60-265 ft
Octopus
Shrimp
Squid
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Bluestripe snappers are commonly found in coral reefs, frequenting shallow lagoons and outer reef slopes
They tend to form large aggregations around coral structures, caves, and shipwrecks during daylight hours
Juveniles prefer seagrass beds near patch reefs, providing them with ample cover and food
Their diet includes fish, shrimp, crabs, cephalopods, and planktonic crustaceans, making them opportunistic feeders
Bluestripe snappers spawn in aggregations, typically near coral reefs where currents aid in dispersing eggs
Larvae are planktonic and settle in suitable habitats as juveniles, gradually moving to adult habitats
These fish show high site fidelity, often returning to the same spawning and feeding grounds
They exhibit schooling behavior, which provides protection from predators and increases foraging efficiency
