Lutjanus argentimaculatus

The mangrove snapper is a generally solitary or paired reef predator, but sometimes grouped into schools of dozens of individuals.

It is occasionally found near the reefs and down the drop-offs, often mixed with other snapper species. It is clearly less common than the red bass.

The mangrove snapper is mainly spearfished by gliding or stalking. It is quite suspicious and therefore responds best late in the afternoon or after a long and deep apnea. It is distinguished in the water of from the red bass by more purple reflections, a little bit like the European dentex snapper.

Due to its stocky shape and its thick layer of scales, the mangrove snapper should not be shot from too far, especially for 6-7 kg fish and more. Using a slip-tip requires shooting even closer.

The mangrove snapper tastes better than the red bass, the texture is less rubbery. Due to its suspicious behavior reminiscent of dentex snapper, European hunters should love it. A good pick and a quality catch, for good hunters.