Silk Snapper
Lutjanus vivanus
A deep-water snapper species with a pinkish-red coloration and yellow fins. Prized for both sport and table fare.
Silk Snapper at a glance
- Scientific name
- Lutjanus vivanus
- Typical size
- 12-24 inches, 2-10 lbs
- Water
- Saltwater
- Habitat
- Offshore
- Rarity in the Fishdex™
- Uncommon
Habitat
Found in deep waters typically between 200-1500 feet over rocky bottoms and drop-offs. Anglers target them with heavy tackle using cut bait or live bait on the bottom in deep offshore waters.
Catch one and it is yours
Log a silk snapper 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™ worksSilk Snapper questions people ask
Silk Snapper is Lutjanus vivanus.
A typical silk snapper runs 12-24 inches, 2-10 lbs. Cobia records the length and weight of every silk snapper you log and keeps your personal best on its Fishdex entry.
Found in deep waters typically between 200-1500 feet over rocky bottoms and drop-offs. Anglers target them with heavy tackle using cut bait or live bait on the bottom in deep offshore waters. 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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