Saltwater
Mangrove Snapper
Lutjanus griseus
- Peak season
- Summer and Fall (July-October)
- Length range
- 15–55 cm
- Weight range
- 0.2–6 kg
- Typical depth
- 0–50 m
Habitat
Mangrove shorelines, docks, bridges, and reef structure at 0-50 m depth. Juveniles in estuaries, adults on reef.
Behavior
Wary predator that feeds on shrimp, crabs, and small fish near structure. Very line-shy; requires light fluorocarbon leader.
Best techniques
- Live shrimp on light tackle near mangroves
- Small jigs around docks and bridge pilings
- Cut bait on bottom rig
- Chumming with cut pilchard
