Fishing for Mangrove snapper

Lutjanus griseus

The mangrove snapper is a versatile fish known for its grayish body and reddish tinge. It inhabits coastal waters, often near mangroves and reefs. Typically reaching 10-18 inches and weighing 3-10 pounds, it preys on fish, crustaceans, and mollusks. This species is noted for its adaptability and can be found in both inshore and offshore environments. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater / Freshwater / Mixed

Common depth

16 ft - 591 ft

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Reports of ciguatera poisoning

Source: Fishbase

Best baits to catch Mangrove snapper

According to catch data from over 15 million anglers on Fishbrain, these are the best baits used to catch Mangrove snapper.

Fishbrain
Stop guessing and start catching

Find out what lures to use, download the Fishbrain app!

Loading...
Loading...
Loading...
Loading...
Loading...
Loading...
Loading...
Download the Bitetime appDownload the Bitetime app
Download the Bitetime app
Download the Bitetime app
Download the Bitetime appDownload the Bitetime app
Download the Bitetime app
Download the Bitetime appDownload the Bitetime app
Download the Bitetime app

Biggest Mangrove snapper catches

Explore your local leaderboard—see the top catches in the app.

Recently caught Mangrove snapper

NEW
fish catches icon
recently logged catches

32 minutes ago

Mangrove snapper

Bahía de Gaira

length · weight

NEW
fish catches icon
recently logged catches

2 hours ago

Upload preview

Mangrove snapper

Garrison Bight

length · weight

NEW
fish catches icon
recently logged catches

2 hours ago

Upload preview

Mangrove snapper

Garrison Bight

length · weight

NEW
fish catches icon
recently logged catches

3 hours ago

Mangrove snapper

length · weight

NEW
fish catches icon
recently logged catches

3 hours ago

Mangrove snapper

North Fork New River

length · weight

NEW
fish catches icon
recently logged catches

3 hours ago

Upload preview

Mangrove snapper

Indian River North

11 in · 1 lb

NEW
fish catches icon
recently logged catches

3 hours ago

Mangrove snapper

Collier County Coast

length · weight

NEW
fish catches icon
recently logged catches

4 hours ago

Mangrove snapper

length · weight

NEW
fish catches icon
recently logged catches

4 hours ago

Upload preview

Mangrove snapper

Manatee River

7 in · 4 oz

NEW
fish catches icon
recently logged catches

5 hours ago

Upload preview

Mangrove snapper

Monroe County Coast

21 in · 5 lb

Fishbrain
More catches in the app...

Continue browsing catches and catch locations in the Fishbrain app

App Section
Download Fishbrain and fish smarter
Unlimited access to the best fishing spot finder in the game. Get all the fishing intel you need to start catching more, and bigger, fish.

Free trial available

4.7
37.6K ratings
editor's choice

Most popular fish species near you