Unfortunately, our December drawing of the species of the month was Hogfish. The season for this species ended on October 31st, so a new drawing was held using Random.org. Red Snapper is our new December species.
Red Snapper :Â Lutjanus campechanus
Red snapper is pinkish red over entire body, whitish on belly. Long triangular snout, anal fin is sharply pointed, there is NOT a dark lateral spot like most snappers, and has a distinctive red eye.
Juvenile red snappers can be found over sandy or mud bottoms.
Red snapper feed on crustaceans and fish.
State recored is 46lb-8 oz, caught near Destin.
Fishing tips: Snappers will take soft-bodied jigs, bucktails and spoons. Adult red snappers may live more than 20 years and attain 35lbs or more.