Snapper – Two Line

Two Line Snapper Care Tips:

Minimum Tank Size:  100 Gallons

Max Size: Up to 20cm (8″)

Diet: Carnivore

Temperament: Peaceful

Lifespan: Up to 23 years

Scientific Name: Scolopsis Bilineatus

Other Common Names: Two-line Monocle Bream

Coral Safe: Yes

Invertebrate Safe: No

Approx. Purchase Size:  Small: 2-3 inches  Medium: 4-6 inches

The two line snapper, scientific name Scolopsis Bilineatus is a peaceful fish. Their minimum tank size is 100 gallons. Two line snappers can grow up to 8” and can live up to 23 years. Two line snappers will never reach full size in captivity and will take years to grow. Two line snappers are carnivores and should be fed meaty foods such as brine or mysis shrimp. Two line 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. Two line snappers will swim throughout the tank during the day and sleep near the rocks at night. Two line snapper is also referred to as the two line monocle bream.