This species is known as
Checkered Snapper and the correct latin name is
Lutjanus decussatus. The family that this marine fish species belongs to is called the
Snapper family. (
e) Origin of this species is
Indo-West Pacific. (
e)
Character and suggestions regarding care
A semi-aggressive fish. Will eat smaller fish.
Checkered Snapper can grow up to 35 cm what is approximately 13 inches. 1 specimen basically needs at least 4200cm
2 of water surface which is approximately 651 square inch. This species will require to be kept in a tank that is large. (
e) Medium aquariums have at least 113 Litres (30 US Gallons). Large aquariums have at least 265 Litres (70 US Gallons). Very large aquariums hold at least 700 Litres (185 US Gallons).
It is difficult to keep the Checkered Snapper fish. (
e) The specific gravity (SG) should be between 1,020 and 1,025, the temperature between 23°C (73.4°F) and 26°C (78.8°F). The recommended pH level is between 8.0 and 8.3 since marine fish are used to these levels in general.

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Document modified on Mon Dec 17 14:39:17 UTC 2007
Document created on Mon Dec 17 14:39:17 UTC 2007
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