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How to catch Five-lined snapper

Lutjanus quinquelineatus

Stylized 2D illustration of Five-lined snapper
saltwatergame fishLutjanidae

The five-lined snapper is a colorful coral reef fish often found in large schools. It has striking blue bands and grows up to around 38 cm in length. Juveniles prefer shallow protected bays, while adults form small groups at moderate depths.

Where they live

Found in the Pacific and Indian Oceans, this species inhabits sheltered lagoons and outer coral reef slopes from 2 to 40 meters deep. Large schools may form in some areas.

Typical size

Up to about 38 cm

What they eat

  • small fish
  • benthic crustaceans

Best baits

  • small fish pieces
  • crustacean imitations

Best lures

  • small jigs
  • soft plastic baits

How to fish for them

  • bottom fishing
  • light jigging
  • casting near reefs

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