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Mangrove snapper

Mangrove snapper

Lutjanus griseus

Family
Lutjanidae
Max Length
89 cm
Max Weight
20 kg
IUCN Status
LC
Water Type
saltwater, freshwater, mixed
Fishing Spots
724

Overview

The mangrove snapper or gray snapper is a species of snapper native to the western Atlantic Ocean from Massachusetts to Brazil, the Gulf of Mexico, Bermuda, and the Caribbean Sea. The species can be found in a wide variety of habitats, including brackish and fresh waters. It is commercially important and is sought as a game fish. It can also be found in the aquarium trade.

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Live Shrimp

    Effective under docks and around mangroves.

  • Live Pinfish

    Hardy bait, good for larger snappers.

  • Live Pilchards

    Excellent bait when available, chum first.

  • Live Mullet

    Cast net them, great for bigger fish.

  • Fiddler Crabs

    Easy to find on the shoreline

Artificial Lures

  • DOA ShrimpSoft Plastic

    Slowly jigged near structure.

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  • Rapala X-Rap 10Jerkbait

    Twitched aggressively near cover.

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  • SpoonJohnson Silver Minnow

    Weedless, cast into heavy cover.

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  • Berkley Gulp! Swimming MulletSoft Plastic

    On a jighead, bounced along the bottom.

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  • Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow F1144Crankbait

    Cast near mangroves.

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Techniques

Use a fluorocarbon leader to minimize visibility in clear water, and fish around structure like docks and mangroves, where mangrove snapper ambush their prey.

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Where to Find Mangrove snapper

Florida, United States416 spotsAlabama, United States39 spotsLouisiana, United States29 spotsPuerto Rico, Puerto Rico27 spotsTexas, United States19 spotsMississippi, United States19 spotsPuntarenas, Costa Rica16 spotsGeorgia, United States12 spotsGuanacaste, Costa Rica5 spotsBelize District, Belize4 spots
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Mangrove snapper?+

Popular baits for Mangrove snapper include Live Shrimp, Live Pinfish, Live Pilchards, Live Mullet, Fiddler Crabs. Tip: Use a fluorocarbon leader to minimize visibility in clear water, and fish around structure like docks and mangroves, where mangrove snapper ambush their prey.

Where can I catch Mangrove snapper?+

Mangrove snapper can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Florida, United States; Alabama, United States; Louisiana, United States. WikiCatch lists 724 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Mangrove snapper get?+

Mangrove snapper (Lutjanus griseus) can reach up to 88.99999856948853 cm in length and 20 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.

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