Snapper – Red Emperor

Red Emperor Snapper Care Tips:

Minimum Tank Size: 120 Gallons

Max Size: Up to 115cm (3′ 10″)

Diet: Carnivore

Temperament: Semi-aggressive

Lifespan: Up to 12 years

Scientific Name: Lutjanus Sebae

Coral Safe: Yes

Invertebrate Safe: Yes (Will prey upon crustaceans)

Approx. Purchase Size: 1 -2 inches

The red emperor snapper, scientific name Lutjanus Sebae is a semi-aggressive fish. Their minimum tank size is 120 gallons but when they are mature they will need a larger tank. Red emperor snappers can grow up to 3’ 10” and can live up to 12 years. Red emperor snappers will never reach full size in captivity and will take years to grow. Red emperor snappers are carnivores and should be fed meaty foods such as brine or mysis shrimp. Red emperor snappers can be kept singly, in pairs or in small groups if there is adequate space. They will not bother coral but they will prey upon crustaceans, snails and small fish as they get bigger. Red emperor snappers will swim throughout the tank during the day and sleep near the rocks at night.