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Red Emperor Snappers are from the waters of the Indian and Pacific Oceans. Red Emperor Snappers grow to around 2 and half feet at full length, and need to be kept in an aquarium of at least 180 gallons in size. Red Emperor Snappers can be kept with others when they are younger, but as they grow older they will need to be kept alone in the aquarium. The Red Emperor Snapper is a carnivore and should be fed meaty foods such as chopped meat, fish, shrimp and scallops to ensure that it maintains proper health.
Origin: Indo-Pacific Ocean
Size: 2 and a half Feet at full length
Feeding: Carnivore, should be fed meaty foods such as scallops, shrimp, and feeder fish.
Aquarium: Saltwater aquarium, not reef compatible.
Minimum Tank Size: 180 gallons
Behavior: Peaceful
Care: Expert care level
Compatibility: Should be kept by itself in the home aquarium.
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