Species profile
'Ula'ula
Etelis carbunculus
Identify 'Ula'ula (Etelis carbunculus) from a photo — free, unlimited, no sign-up — with the CatchRules iPhone app. Plus current fishing rules across 1 jurisdiction.
At a glance
'Ula'ula (Etelis carbunculus) is an IUCN Least Concern bony-fish species with specific harvest rules tracked in 1 of 66 jurisdictions covered by CatchRules.
Confirmed by 2 research-grade iNaturalist observations, concentrated in Hawaii.
Notable details
- Typically caught at depths of 200–360 meters (650–1,200 feet).
- Their brilliant crimson color fades quickly after being brought to the surface.
- Prized table fish in Hawaii, commonly called ruby snapper or crimson jobfish.
- Can grow to about 60 cm in length.
- Large eyes help them hunt in the dim light of deep reef slopes.
Where 'Ula'ula are seen
Jurisdictions with rules for 'Ula'ula
Background
Etelis carbunculus, the deep-water red snapper, ruby snapper, longtail snapper, or ehu, is a species of ray-finned fish, a snapper belonging to the family Lutjanidae. It is found in the Indo-Pacific region.
Background excerpt adapted from Wikipedia's 'Ula'ula article (CC BY-SA). Visit Wikipedia for the full entry.
Frequently asked questions
What is 'Ula'ula?
'Ula'ula (Etelis carbunculus) is an IUCN Least Concern bony-fish species with specific harvest rules tracked in 1 of 66 jurisdictions covered by CatchRules.
What is the scientific name for 'Ula'ula?
'Ula'ula is Etelis carbunculus.
Is 'Ula'ula regulated for fishing?
Yes — 'Ula'ula has fishing regulations in 1 U.S. state and/or Canadian province tracked by CatchRules. See the "Jurisdictions with rules" section above for the binding-source links.
How can I identify 'Ula'ula?
Take a photo with the free CatchRules iPhone app — on-device identification recognizes 'Ula'ula along with ~1,500 other species. No sign-up, unlimited use.
Photo credit: iNaturalist / Wikipedia. Identification reference only — verify regulations with the issuing wildlife agency before retaining a catch.