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Two-spot red snapper
Lutjanus bohar
Overview
Lutjanus bohar, the two-spot red snapper, red bass, twinspot snapper or bohar snapper, is a species of marine ray-finned fish, a snapper belonging to the family Lutjanidae, not to be confused with the unrelated Australian snapper. It has a wide Indo-Pacific distribution.
Best Baits & Lures
Live Baits
- Small reef fish
Use live reef fish on a circle hook.
- Squid
Squid is a reliable and versatile bait.
- Prawns
Good for attracting smaller snappers.
- Pilchards
Chumming with pilchards attracts fish.
- Herring
Use whole or cut herring.
Artificial Lures
- Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow Deep DiverCrankbaitBuy
Effective when trolled deep.
- Shimano Coltsniper Jerk LureJigBuy
Jig vertically near reefs and structure.
- Halco TwistySpoonBuy
Retrieve fast for aggressive strikes.
- Berkley Gulp! Jerk ShadSoft PlasticBuy
Jerk bait presentation works well.
- Rapala X-Rap Magnum 20CrankbaitBuy
Good for trolling at higher speeds
Techniques
Target areas with structure such as reefs and wrecks, and use heavier tackle due to their fighting ability and the potential for getting snagged.
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Where to Find Two-spot red snapper
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best bait for Two-spot red snapper?+
Popular baits for Two-spot red snapper include Small reef fish, Squid, Prawns, Pilchards, Herring. Tip: Target areas with structure such as reefs and wrecks, and use heavier tackle due to their fighting ability and the potential for getting snagged.
Where can I catch Two-spot red snapper?+
Two-spot red snapper can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Queensland, Australia; Kalimantan Barat, Indonesia; Sarawak, Malaysia. WikiCatch lists 5 fishing spots where this species is found.
How big do Two-spot red snapper get?+
Two-spot red snapper (Lutjanus bohar) can reach up to 89.9999976 cm in length and 12.5 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.
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