In this article we share the differences between 4 Snappers (also known as Snappers), so you can identify your catches.
Yellowtail Snapper o Rabirrubia
*Referencia: Yellowtail Snapper | FWC (myfwc.com)
This fish is characterized by having a yellow stripe along the body, specifically in the center, from the eye to the tail, where, as can be seen in the image, it covers the entire tail of the fish. Above this yellow stripe you can also see random spots of the same color that identify this species. Below the line we see that there are smaller stripes, of the same yellow color horizontally. The tail has a deep shape in the fork part.
For this species you can use baits such as: Sardines, squid and ballyhoo, they are very effective.
To capture it you must take into account the FWC regulations:
1. The minimum size is 12 inches
2. You have a daily limit of 10 pieces per person (within the total bag limit)
3. Their catching season is all year round
Gray Snapper o Cubereta
This fish is characterized by having a black stripe from the mouth to the back of the eye. It has a sloping forehead as shown in the image. It has vertical stripes that start from the upper dorsal fin to the belly of the fish. The upper and lower dorsal fin have a rounded shape similar to that of the Lane Snapper or Biajaiba, only the latter has other characteristics.
For this species you can use baits such as: Shrimp, sardine and ballyhoo, they are very effective.
To capture it you must take into account the FWC regulations:
1. The minimum size is 10 inches overall length in State Waters and 12 inches in Federal Waters.
2. It has a daily limit of 5 pieces per person in State Waters and 10 pieces per person in Federal Waters (within the total bag limit for both cases)
3. Their catching season is all year round
Mutton Snapper o Pargo Criollo
You can identify this fish first by its blue stripes that appear in the mouth. Faint blue lines can be seen throughout the body. It is also identified by its high forehead and a prominent mole on its upper part on both sides. The upper dorsal fin and the anal dorsal fin have a pointed shape at the end. A slight fork can be seen on the tail.
For this species you can use baits such as: Squid, crab and shrimp, they are very effective.
To capture it you must take into account the FWC regulations:
1. Minimum size is 18 inches in total length.
2. You have a daily limit of 5 pieces per person (within the total bag limit)
3. Their catching season is all year round
Lane Snapper o Biajaiba
This fish is characterized by having horizontal yellow stripes along its entire body. It has a large prominent mole on the top on both sides. It is similar in this aspect to the Mutton Snapper or Pargo criollo, but in this case the mole is larger. The dorsal fins resemble those of the Gray Snapper or Cubereta due to their rounded shape.
For this species you can use baits such as: Sardines, shrimp and crab, they are very effective.
To capture it you must take into account the FWC regulations:
1. Minimum size is 8 inches in total length.
2. You have a daily limit of 10 pieces per person (within the total bag limit)
3. Their catching season is all year round
Important:
To measure these fish, refer to the following image
(applies to all Snappers):
Referencia: Fish Measurement | FWC (myfwc.com)
Please note that:
These regulations only apply to the State of Florida, USA.
If you live in another state in the United States, please review and consult the regulations in your area.
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