Species
Mangrove Red Snapper
Lutjanus argentimaculatus
Also known as mangrove jack of the north — distinct species
Tier 3Eating7/10medium tackleQLDWANT
0 waypoints~40–70 cm typical
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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
Best season: when to catch mangrove red snapper in Australia
No seasonal pattern for mangrove red snapper yet. Seasons shift with water temperature and local conditions — check state fisheries advice and recent local reports before planning a trip.
Where to catch: mangrove red snapper fishing spots in Australia
No mapped spots or marks for mangrove red snapper yet. As waypoints are added that list this species, they'll appear here.