Species guide
How to catch Malabar blood snapper
Lutjanus malabaricus
brackishsaltwatergame fishLutjanidae
The Malabar blood snapper is a sought-after game fish known for its robust size and strong fight. Juveniles prefer mangroves and seagrass beds, while adults inhabit continental shelf waters. It is one of the most common snapper species caught in some tropical regions.
Where they live
Inhabits brackish and saltwater from shallow mangroves and seagrass beds to depths up to 100 meters on the continental shelf in the Indian and Pacific Oceans.
Typical size
Up to about 100 cm
What they eat
- squid
- cuttlefish
- small fish
- benthic crustaceans
- prawns
Best baits
- fresh squid
- prawns
- small fish chunks
Best lures
- soft plastic lures
- jigs
- metal spoons
How to fish for them
- bottom fishing
- drift fishing
- bait fishing
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