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What are the best mangrove snapper fishing charters?

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What is a Mangrove Snapper?

The mangrove snapper (Lutjanus griseus), also known as the gray snapper or colloquially as a “mango”, is a species of snapper located in the Atlantic Ocean, in both brackish and fresh waters. They are popular commercially, as gamefish, and also in the aquarium trade. Although they are named after the mangroves where they like to reside, they can also be found in deep rocky bottoms, wrecks and reefs, seagrass beds, and even inshore estuaries, rivers and lakes.

They are usually a grayish red color, but can also be found range from bright to copper red, with a dark stripe across their eye. Although they become fully mature at about 2 years, these snappers can live for up to 20 years.

How big do Mangrove Snapper get?

The smallest of all the snappers, the average size of a mangrove snapper is only one to 3 pounds. However, in rare instances, they can reach over 18 inches and 10 pounds. Unlike many fish species, both the females and males tend to be about the same size, and are externally indiscernible.

What's the biggest Mangrove Snapper ever caught?

The current record with the International Game Fish Foundation is held by Tim Champagne, with a 32 inch long, 18 pound, 10 ounce mangrove snapper. On July 22nd, 2015, he landed the beast out of Cocodrie, Lousiana while aboard Captain Andre Bourdreaux’s boat, M/V Showtime. Using live croaker, it only took five minutes to reel into the boat, and completely crushed Steve Maddox’s 1992 record of 17 pounds.

Where is the best place to catch Mangrove Snapper?

Mangrove snapper can be found in the southern half of the United States, into the Gulf of Mexico and the Caribbean. As their name suggests, you can find them in mangrove lagoons, the largest will be found on offshore reefs and wrecks.

Some of the most notable places to target these snapper are the Gulf of Mexico, Bermuda, and Puerto Rico.

When should I catch Mangrove Snapper?

Although mangrove snapper are good to catch year round, they spawn from April to November, making summer the peak season. The warm weather will bring them closer inshore, where you can find them around piers, bridges, and within jetties. Since they are night foragers, you can even target them after sundown.

How do you catch Mangrove Snapper?

Mangrove snapper are temperamental and finicky creatures. Once a few out of their school have been caught, they can become difficult to catch.

Though, when it comes to gear, it is much more simple. Any inshore, light tackle will do. Bait-wise, you can use artificials, live, or flies. For artificial bait, the most highly recommended is Berkeley Gulf shrimp, or any other soft, plastic imitation of typical live bait, which includes mud minnows, finger mullet, or crabs.

Are Mangrove Snapper good to eat? What are the best Mangrove Snapper recipes?

Mangrove snappers are typically regarded as being a very delicious fish to eat. Some of the most popular methods of serving are fried, grilled, and smoked, typically paired with garlic or citrus flavors.

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Travis's team was very professional from booking through the entire trip. Wife caught a trophy sailfish and they helped us with the process to get it mounted.

    Walter S. | January 10, 2026

    Trip: VIP Sportsfishing Experience

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great outing with Jeremy. Very friendly and informative. Jeremy put us on fish at our first spot and gave useful instruction on how to catch each species. Would definitely use him again if we return to the area.

    John L. | January 9, 2026

    Trip: Key Largo Flats Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Great fishing with a guide who knows exactly where the fish are. Highly recommend.

    Brett L. | January 8, 2026

    Trip: Inshore Bay / Flats

  • ★★★★★
    Put us on fish even with a cold front.

    Trevor H. | January 5, 2026

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  • ★★★★★
    Fun trip with Dominic. He was great helping my kids with fishing too!

    Adam F. | January 5, 2026

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