Growth parameters for Lutjanus purpureus
 
Maximum Length 100cm TL
n = 5
Note that studies where Loo is very different (+/- 1/3) from Lmax are doubtful.
M vs K graph [n = 1]
M vs Linf graph [n = 1]
Longevity vs 3/K graph [n = 1]
ø = 2.95
L inf = 96.7 cm TL
K = 0.1
Median record no. 3
1139Ref. 1139
Loo
(cm)
Length Type K
(1/y)
t0
(years)
Sex M
(1/y)
Temp° C Lm Ø' Country Locality Questionable Captive
85.1 TL 0.130 -0.86 20.0 2.97 Trinidad Tobago 54-150 m No No
92.9 TL 0.103 23.0 2.95 Brazil Northern and Northeastern coasts No No
96.7 TL 0.096 -1.20 27.0 2.95 Brazil off Recife Yes No
97.7 TL 0.117 0.00 23.0 3.05 Brazil No No
98.9 TL 0.090 0.35 25.0 2.94 Brazil Northeastern & Northern coasts Yes No
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