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Jordan's snapper

Lutjanus jordani

Family
Lutjanidae
Max Length
60 cm
Max Weight
2 kg
IUCN Status
LC
Water Type
saltwater
Fishing Spots
16

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Live Shrimp

    Excellent for all sizes, hook through the tail.

  • Small Live Fish

    Grunts or pinfish work well.

  • Cut Squid

    Durable, stays on the hook, good scent.

  • Crabs

    Use small crabs, especially near structure.

Artificial Lures

  • Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow Deep DiverCrankbait

    Effective when trolled or cast near reefs.

    Buy
  • Berkley Gulp! Alive! ShrimpSoft Plastic

    Scent attracts even finicky fish.

    Buy
  • Shimano Butterfly JigJig

    Vertical jigging near structure is productive.

    Buy
  • SpoonSpoon

    Cast and retrieve with erratic action.

    Buy

Techniques

Target areas near reefs and rocky structures, use a medium-heavy rod and braided line for sensitivity and strength to pull them out of cover.

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Where to Find Jordan's snapper

Puntarenas, Costa Rica7 spotsEsmeraldas, Ecuador2 spotsGuanacaste, Costa Rica2 spotsLimón, Costa Rica1 spotsMagdalena, Colombia1 spotsChiapas, Mexico1 spotsAntioquia, Colombia1 spots
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Jordan's snapper?+

Popular baits for Jordan's snapper include Live Shrimp, Small Live Fish, Cut Squid, Crabs, Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow Deep Diver. Tip: Target areas near reefs and rocky structures, use a medium-heavy rod and braided line for sensitivity and strength to pull them out of cover.

Where can I catch Jordan's snapper?+

Jordan's snapper can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Puntarenas, Costa Rica; Esmeraldas, Ecuador; Guanacaste, Costa Rica. WikiCatch lists 16 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Jordan's snapper get?+

Jordan's snapper (Lutjanus jordani) can reach up to 60.0000024 cm in length and 2 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.

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