Lutjanus (Noun)
Meaning
Type genus of the Lutjanidae: snappers.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Lutjanus is a genus of fish in the family Lutjanidae, commonly known as snappers.
- The species Lutjanus lutjanus is found in tropical waters of the Indo-Pacific region.
- Some species of Lutjanus are popular game fish due to their size and fighting ability.
- Lutjanus campechanus, also known as the northern red snapper, is an important commercial species.
- Several species of Lutjanus are also valued for their flavorful flesh and are considered a delicacy.