Red Snapper (Heera) – A Premium Catch from the Arabian Sea

₨1,350

Weight & Size

⚖️ Average Weight per Fish: 1 – 5 kg

💡 Note: Prices are based on the pre-cleaning/cutting weight of the seafood. The final weight at delivery will depend on your preferred cleaning and cutting option.

Category: Sea Fish

Description

Introduction

The Red Snapper (Heera) is among the most sought-after and best-selling fish from the Arabian Sea. Known for its large, animal-like teeth, this prized fish is in high demand year-round yet remains limited in supply.

📌 Its versatility makes it a perfect choice for a variety of dishes.
📌 Due to its good size, it yields excellent fillets, boneless biscuits, and slices.
📌 It’s a premium seafood selection, appreciated for its fresh taste and superior quality.

Flavor Profile

Red Snapper has lean, moist flesh with a firm texture and a distinct sweet, nutty flavor. This allows it to pair well with a range of seasonings, from mild to bold flavors.

Scientific & Local Classification

✔️ English Names: Red Snapper, John Snapper, Golden Snapper
✔️ Local Names: Heera, Kanalcha
✔️ Scientific Name: Lutjanus johnii

Habitat & Catching Method

✔️ Habitat: Found in brackish mangrove estuaries and around coral reefs at depths of up to 80 meters
✔️ Fishing Method: Caught using Gillnets and Hook lines

Physical Attributes

✔️ Scales: Present on the body
✔️ Jaw & Teeth: Vomerine teeth (on the roof of the mouth) arranged in a V-shape, no medial posterior extension
✔️ Tongue: Fine granular teeth present
✔️ Gill Rakers: 17–18 on the first gill arch

Color & Appearance

✔️ Body: Reddish-orange with a bronze to silvery sheen
✔️ Belly & Underside: Silvery white
✔️ Scales: Each scale has a reddish-brown spot, forming longitudinal rows on the body