First Cast species profile

Lane Snapper

Lutjanus synagris

Saltwater

Also called: lane, candy snapper

Overview

Lane Snapper is a structure-oriented reef, rig, wreck, or hard-bottom fish that should be approached with bottom-focused tactics.

Family: Lutjanidae
Typical habitat: Lane Snapper reef structure, Rigs, Wrecks, Hard bottom, Rocky structure
Takes: Squid, Shrimp, Cut bait
Seasonality: Bottom fish around hard structure; verify current seasons and limits before harvest.

Identification

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Regulations: Check current TPWD rules before harvesting.

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