Saltwater
Two-spot red snapper
Lutjanus bohar
Hebrew name: לוטיין נחושתי
- Peak season
- Year-round
- Length range
- 25–80 cm
- Weight range
- 0.5–12 kg
- Typical depth
- 5–70 m
Habitat
Coral reefs and rocky outcrops in the Red Sea. Found at depths of 10–70m near reef walls and drop-offs.
Behavior
Opportunistic predator that feeds on fish and crustaceans. Most active at dawn and dusk around reef structure.
Best techniques
- Bottom fishing with cut bait
- Jigging near reef structure
- Live bait dropper rig
