Species
Paddletail Snapper
Lutjanus gibbus
Also known as paddletail
Tier 4Eating3/10medium tackleQLDWANT
0 waypoints~30–45 cm typical
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Overview: about paddletail snapper
Bright red tropical reef snapper of northern Australia with a distinctive rounded tail. Frequently implicated in ciguatera poisoning — release recommended in most areas. Caught around coral reef and bommies.
Biology: Paddletail Snapper size, diet & habitat
- Habitat
- Reef
- Typical size
- 30–45 cm (max 60 cm)
- Weight
- 0.6–3 kg
- Depth range
- 5–50 m
- Diet
- fish, crustaceans
- Global range
- Indo-Pacific
How to target: Paddletail Snapper angling strategies
Generally fished with medium tackle — match gear to the conditions and the size of fish you expect.
- bait around reef (release recommended)
Best season: when to catch paddletail snapper in Australia
No seasonal pattern for paddletail 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: paddletail snapper fishing spots in Australia
No mapped spots or marks for paddletail snapper yet. As waypoints are added that list this species, they'll appear here.