{"product_id":"blueline-snapper","title":"Blueline Snapper","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Blueline Snapper (\u003cem\u003eLutjanus kasmira\u003c\/em\u003e), also commonly known as the Bluestripe Snapper, is a brilliantly colored marine fish distinguished by its vivid yellow body, pale underside, and four striking electric-blue horizontal stripes. Its streamlined profile, bright yellow fins, and bold schooling behavior create an impressive display in spacious saltwater aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNative to a broad Indo-Pacific range extending from the Red Sea and East Africa across the Indian and Pacific Oceans to southern Japan and Australia, this species inhabits coral reefs, lagoons, outer reef slopes, caves, and wrecks. Adults frequently gather in large schools around reef structures, while juveniles may utilize seagrass beds near patch reefs. The species can reach approximately 16 inches in total length, making substantial swimming room essential for long-term care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Blueline Snapper is especially attractive in large fish-only aquariums and carefully planned predator or reef displays. Although it does not normally target corals, its natural diet includes fish and crustaceans, so smaller tankmates and ornamental invertebrates may be considered prey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Care Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCare Level: Moderate\u003cbr\u003eMinimum Tank Size: 180 gallons\u003cbr\u003eTemperament: Semi-aggressive\u003cbr\u003eDiet: Omnivore\u003cbr\u003eReef Safe: With Caution\u003cbr\u003eRegion: Indo-Pacific, including the Red Sea, East Africa, Southeast Asia, Japan, Australia, and central Pacific islands\u003cbr\u003eScientific Name: \u003cem\u003eLutjanus kasmira\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTank Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide a large aquarium with extensive open swimming space combined with substantial rockwork, caves, ledges, and overhangs. Blueline Snappers are active swimmers and naturally associate with reef structures during the day, so the aquarium should offer both unobstructed swimming lanes and secure areas for retreat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA long aquarium footprint is particularly important as the fish approaches its adult size. Rockwork should be securely positioned while leaving enough open space for comfortable turning and cruising.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStrong biological filtration, efficient protein skimming, good oxygenation, and moderate to strong water movement are recommended. Snappers are active feeders and can produce a considerable nutrient load, particularly when maintained in groups. A secure aquarium lid is also advisable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDiet and Feeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Blueline Snapper is an opportunistic omnivore with a strong carnivorous component. In nature, it feeds on fish, shrimp, crabs, stomatopods, cephalopods, planktonic crustaceans, and some algae.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn captivity, offer a varied diet of mysis shrimp, enriched brine shrimp, krill, chopped shrimp, clam, mussel, squid, and appropriately sized pieces of marine fish. High-quality marine pellets and frozen carnivore or omnivore blends can also be incorporated into the feeding routine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJuveniles generally benefit from one to two smaller feedings daily. Larger established specimens can receive appropriately portioned meals once daily or several times per week depending on size and condition. Avoid relying on freshwater feeder fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTemperament and Tankmates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlueline Snappers are social fish that frequently occur in schools in the wild. They can be maintained singly, but groups can create a particularly natural display when housed in an exceptionally large aquarium with adequate swimming space and filtration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are generally not highly territorial toward unrelated fish, but their predatory feeding behavior is an important consideration. Small fish that can fit into the snapper's mouth should be considered potential prey, even if they initially coexist without problems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAppropriate tankmates include robust, similarly sized marine fish such as tangs, larger angelfish, triggerfish, large wrasses, rabbitfish, and other substantial community or predator species. Avoid very small gobies, firefish, small cardinalfish, and other bite-sized tankmates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReef Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReef Safe: With Caution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Blueline Snapper is not primarily a coral feeder and can be maintained in large reef displays where its size and predatory behavior are appropriately considered. The primary reef compatibility concern is predation rather than direct coral damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrnamental shrimp, small crabs, and other crustaceans may be eaten, and sufficiently small fish are also at risk. Larger snails and established corals are generally less likely to be targeted, although a large active snapper can disturb loosely secured aquascaping or delicate coral placements while swimming and feeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWater Parameters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTemperature: 75–80°F\u003cbr\u003eSpecific Gravity: 1.024–1.026\u003cbr\u003epH: 8.1–8.4\u003cbr\u003eAlkalinity: 8–12 dKH\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain stable conditions with strong filtration and consistent maintenance. Stability in temperature, salinity, and pH is more important than attempting to maintain one exact value within these ranges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Considerations\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCan reach approximately 16 inches and requires substantial open swimming space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNaturally forms schools, but keeping a group requires a significantly larger aquarium than housing a single specimen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMay prey on small fish, ornamental shrimp, crabs, and other suitably sized invertebrates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRequires strong filtration because of its active feeding habits and eventual adult biomass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest suited to large reef, fish-only, or predator aquariums with robust, appropriately sized tankmates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"TSA Fish","offers":[{"title":"S","offer_id":52555325571370,"sku":"SNAPPERxBlueS","price":80.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"SM","offer_id":52555325604138,"sku":"SNAPPERxBlueSM","price":74.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"M","offer_id":52555325636906,"sku":"SNAPPERxBlueM","price":89.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"ML","offer_id":52555325669674,"sku":"SNAPPERxBlueML","price":119.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"L","offer_id":52555325702442,"sku":"SNAPPERxBlueL","price":161.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"XL","offer_id":52555325735210,"sku":"SNAPPERxBlueX","price":200.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0783\/0873\/7322\/files\/BluelineSnapper_09d17778-17cd-43d1-8490-77e692d30869.png?v=1788987030","url":"https:\/\/topshelfaquatics.com\/products\/blueline-snapper","provider":"Top Shelf Aquatics ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}