Mutton Snapper

Lutjanus analis

Also known as:  muttonfish, reef king
Avg. Size:  5-10lbs
Where: grassbeds, mangroves, canals, reefs
Fishing Methods: bottom, cast, drift 
Rods: spinning, baitcast


Food Quality

Regulations: Minimum 16" total length. 10 aggregate of all snappers with a bag limit. Must remain whole until ashore.

 

Catch techniques:

pinfish, pilchard, ballyhoo, shrimp, jigs, surface plugs

 

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