Mangrove Red Snapper illustration
Species

Mangrove Red Snapper

Lutjanus argentimaculatus
Also known as mangrove jack of the north — distinct species
Tier 3Eating7/10medium tackleQLDWANT
0 waypoints40–70 cm (max 120 cm) typical

Overview: about mangrove red snapper

Larger reef-going relative of the mangrove jack, growing into deepwater bohar-like fish. Caught around inshore reef, jetties and deeper offshore structure across northern Australia. Often confused with mangrove jack at small sizes.

Biology: Mangrove Red Snapper size, diet & habitat

Habitat
Estuary, Inshore, Reef
Typical size
40–70 cm (max 120 cm)
Weight
1.5–10 kg
Depth range
0–120 m
Diet
fish, crustaceans
Global range
Indo-West Pacific

How to target: Mangrove Red Snapper angling strategies

Generally fished with medium tackle — match gear to the conditions and the size of fish you expect.

  • live baits around jetties
  • stickbaits on inshore reef

Safety & handling

Ciguatera risk: moderateAvoid eating large specimens from tropical reefs. Risk varies by region and individual fish — when in doubt, release.

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