Humphead snapper with bright red skin and firm flesh, popular in whole-fish markets.
| Category | Fish |
|---|---|
| Origin | India |
| Available Form | Whole Round, Gutted |
| Seasonality | September to December |
| Packaging | Block frozen or IQF, packed in poly bags inside export-grade master cartons. Carton size,... |
| Minimum Order | On request |
| Export Availability | Available for export on enquiry |
Humphead snapper with bright red skin and firm flesh, popular in whole-fish markets.
In Indian waters it is found mainly along the Tamil Nadu coasts. It is usually caught by trawl net.
Foods King India sources blood red snapper through verified processors, with our team supervising grading, freezing and packing to the buyer’s specification and inspecting every lot before loading. Available forms: Whole Round, Gutted.
| Scientific Name | Lutjanus sanguineus |
|---|---|
| Areas of Abundance | Tamil Nadu coasts |
| Peak Season | September to December |
| Distribution | South-east coast of India |
| Catching Method | Trawl net |
| Freezing | Block frozen / IQF |
| Grading | Size-graded as per buyer specification |
| Glazing | As per buyer requirement |
| French Name | Vivaneau |
| Japanese Name | Tarumi-fuedai |
Other cuts, sizes and forms can be discussed based on availability.
Block frozen or IQF, packed in poly bags inside export-grade master cartons. Carton size, net weight, glazing and labelling as per buyer specification.
Export availability: Available for export on enquiry
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