Red Snapper (lutjanus Malabaricus) A subspecies of the snapper the red snapper is a regular inhabitant of western Atlantic Ocean including the Gulf of Mexico. You find red snapper in areas where reefs are common. Its body shape is quite similar to the other snapper fishes. It has a sloped profile, medium scales, spiny dorsal fin and a compressed body. By the time the red snapper matures it reaches a length of around 39 cm or 15 inches. Adulthood you would find them at a length of 60 cm going up to 100 cm in some cases. So far its maximum weight that has been recorded is around 38 kg. The colour as the name indicates is red and intense pigmentation can be seen on the back of the fish. The red snapper is a prized catch and people catch it for both commercial and recreational purposes. In Continental USA the red snapper is around 50% of the fish that is caught. Red snappers can themselves eat anything however the preference is mostly for crustaceans and small fishes. These fish are soft eaters and if you are trying to catch them they would nibble on the bait and escape from your clutches hence multiple hooked baits are used. PACKING IF 1x20Kg GRADE 500/700, 700/1000, 1000/2000, 2000/3000, 3000 Up
Latin : Lutjanus bitaeniatus Indonesian : Kakap Merah Description Red Snapper lives in coastal shallow water of Indonesia. During the day they in between beautiful corals on the seabed while they hunt for food during the night. This fish is found around Sumatra, Sulawesi, Maluku and Papua coastal lines. Maluku will have the advantages as they are made by small islands which makes center of the sea calm. This is suitable environment for red snapper. Benefit Red snapper is an excellent source of protein, potassium, selenium, and vitamin B12. In addition, it is a very good source of vitamin B6, niacin, and phosphorous. Beware for pregnant woman as red snapper contains a high substance of mercury.
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Snapper Fish
Common Name: Red Snapper Alternative Names: Scientific Name: Lutjanus malabaricus Process type: Whole Round; Gilled & Gutted Size range: 300/500 gms; 500/2000 gms Packing in bulk / 10 / 15 / 25 kgs per box Method of Catch: LHP - Hand Lines & Pole Lines (Hand Operated) Fishing Zone: FAO 051
Red snapper has a firm texture and a sweet, nutty flavor that lends itself well to everything from hot chilies to subtle herbs. Whole red snapper can be broiled, grilled, pan-fried, steamed, baked or deep-fried. Fillets are good pan-fried or steamed. Red snapper is also a nice ingredient in fish stew, such as cioppino.