Fishing for Indian snapper

Lutjanus madras

The Indian snapper is a vibrant marine fish known for its striking red and yellow coloration. Typically found in coastal waters and coral reefs, it reaches up to 24 inches and weighs around 15 pounds. This species is carnivorous, feeding on smaller fish and invertebrates. Indian snappers are social, often forming schools, and exhibit agile swimming behavior. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

Best baits to catch Indian snapper

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Blangah Bay West

2 in · 1 lb

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Copper Channel

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Crane Creek

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Sungai Bedok

1 in · 2 oz

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Eastern Special Purposes Anchorage B

3 in · 6 oz

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Outer Roads

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10 in · 7 oz

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