Atlantic Bigeye
Priacanthus arenatus
A deep-bodied, red-colored fish with characteristically large eyes that help it see in deeper waters. Also known as the glasseye snapper, though it's not actually a true snapper.
Atlantic Bigeye at a glance
- Scientific name
- Priacanthus arenatus
- Typical size
- 8-12 inches, 0.5-2 lbs
- Water
- Saltwater
- Habitat
- Offshore
- Rarity in the Fishdex™
- Uncommon
Habitat
Found in deeper waters along the continental shelf and around reefs, typically at depths of 100-600 feet. Anglers usually catch them while bottom fishing for other species using cut bait or small jigs. They are more commonly encountered as bycatch rather than being specifically targeted.
Catch one and it is yours
Log a atlantic bigeye through the Cobia Camera and this entry fills in with your photo, your personal best, and the exact conditions on the day. The app also carries the slot and season rules for wherever you are standing.
How the Fishdex™ worksAtlantic Bigeye questions people ask
Atlantic Bigeye is Priacanthus arenatus.
A typical atlantic bigeye runs 8-12 inches, 0.5-2 lbs. Cobia records the length and weight of every atlantic bigeye you log and keeps your personal best on its Fishdex entry.
Found in deeper waters along the continental shelf and around reefs, typically at depths of 100-600 feet. Anglers usually catch them while bottom fishing for other species using cut bait or small jigs. They are more commonly encountered as bycatch rather than being specifically targeted. It is a salt water species, filed under offshore in the Fishdex.
Yes. Log one through the Cobia Camera and this entry fills in with your own photo, your personal best, and the conditions on the day you caught it. The app also carries the slot limits and season dates for wherever you are standing. It is free.
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