Yellowtail snapper, a type of fish primarily found in the Western Atlantic region, is known by several other names across different countries and regions. In Mexico, it is called Pargo Amarillo, while in the Bahamas, it goes by the name Yellowtail Grunt. In Cuba, it is referred to as Rabirubia, and in the Dominican Republic, it is known as Chillo. In Puerto Rico, it is called Rabo Amarillo, whereas in the US Virgin Islands, it is referred to as Redtail Snapper. These various names are due to the fish's distinct physical features, taste, and cultural significance in the regions where it is found.