All species
reef
Lane Snapper
Lutjanus synagris
A small, abundant, beautifully colored snapper with pink and yellow stripes. A reliable reef catch and excellent eating.
Where to find them
Reefs, hard bottom, and grass flats in 10-130 ft; often mixed with other snappers.
Regulations by Region
Atlantic Coast
Season open- Size limit
- 8" total length
- Bag limit
- No specific bag (within 10-snapper aggregate)
- Season
- Open year-round
8" minimum; counts within the 10-fish snapper aggregate.
Gulf Coast
Season open- Size limit
- 8" total length
- Bag limit
- 100 lb/person outside aggregate (Gulf)
- Season
- Open year-round
Gulf has a separate lane snapper allowance.
Top Baits
live shrimpcut squidsmall pilchardsjigs