Species
Bohar Snapper
Lutjanus bohar
Also known as two-spot red snapper
Tier 3Eating3/10heavy tackleQLDWANT
0 waypoints50–80 cm (max 110 cm) typical
Overview: about bohar snapper
Large aggressive tropical reef snapper of northern Australia, common on outer reef and pinnacles. Smashes stickbaits, jigs and live baits — among the strongest fighters in shallow tropical water. Frequently implicated in ciguatera; release recommended in many areas.
Biology: Bohar Snapper size, diet & habitat
- Habitat
- Offshore, Reef
- Typical size
- 50–80 cm (max 110 cm)
- Weight
- 3–15 kg
- Depth range
- 5–180 m
- Diet
- fish, crustaceans
- Global range
- Indo-Pacific
How to target: Bohar Snapper angling strategies
Generally fished with heavy tackle — match gear to the conditions and the size of fish you expect.
- stickbaits on outer reef edges
- deep jigs
- live baits on bommies (release recommended)
Safety & handling
Inedible — toxicDo not consume. This species carries toxins that survive cooking.
Ciguatera risk: highAvoid eating large specimens from tropical reefs. Risk varies by region and individual fish — when in doubt, release.
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