Mangrove Snapper

Pargo Lunarrejo
Lutjanus Griseus

The species can be found in a wide variety of habitats, including brackish and fresh waters. It is commercially important and is sought as a game fish. It can also be found in the aquarium trade.

Its color is typically greyish red, but can change color from bright red to copper red. It has a dark stripe running across its eye if observed from the top when it is under water. This species can reach a length of 89 cm (35 in), though most do not exceed 40 cm (16 in). The greatest recorded weight for this species is 20 kg (44 lb).

WHOLE FISH

Weight range3-5 lbs
Weight range5-8 lbs
Weight range8-12 lbs

FILLETS

Weight range300-500 gr
Weight range500-800 gr
Weight range800-1200 gr

FISHING ZONE