Macolor niger
Black Snapper
At the juvenile part is almost the same like M. macularis but the shape are more standard, the color are more white for the base and have black striped and also white blotches. The size of juvenile is 4-15 cm. At when became adult it grow size up to 60 cm. The color became gray to brown with numerous distinct blotches. Have large eyes with gold iris. It stay solitary at reef.
Best Time of The Year
All year round
Remarks
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Frequency of Sightings
Rare
Often
Habitat
mixed
Coral
Sand & rubble
DIVE SITES

Types of Habitats

Please note that the variety of critters depends on the season and changes dive sites to dive site

Sand & rubble

Sand & Rubble

Lembeh’s iconic muck sites feature gentle slopes of volcanic sand scattered with debris, sponges, algae, and rubble.

Coral

Coral

Many soft and hard coral species live and thrive here, in the nutrient-rich waters of the Lembeh Strait.

mixed

Mixed

With a combination of reef and muck dives, you can enjoy a world of diving experiences in one location.

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