The Family Lutjanidae refers to a group of marine fish species commonly known as snappers. Some synonyms that are used to refer to this family include the Lutjanid family, snapper family, and the redfish family. The Lutjanidae family comprises over a hundred different species, and they are found in various marine habitats across the world. They are popular among fishermen and seafood enthusiasts because of their delicious meat. Snappers are easily identifiable due to their strong, lean bodies, and sharp, pointed teeth. Some popular members of the Lutjanidae family include the red snapper, mangrove snapper, and the yellowtail snapper.