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Lane Snapper - Lutjanus synagris
Family Lutjanidae, SNAPPERS
Description: Lane Snapper colors vary greatly depending on size and habitat. Has rosy hues, along with broken yellow bars along the sides and its fins are mostly yellow. The single black spot on the side is larger than the black spot found on the Mutton Snapper. The anal fin is rounded.
Similar fish: Mutton Snapper
Where found: All coasts of Florida.
Size: Usually under a pound. Have been caught as large as 5 pounds.
Remarks:
Florida record: 6 pounds, 6 ounces.
Regulations:
Size Limit: 8"
Season:
Bag Limit: Included within 10 per person per day Snapper aggregate bag limit if harvested from Atlantic.
Comments: Lane Snapper harvested from the Gulf of Mexico not included within the snapper aggregate bag limit.
Must remain in whole condition until landed ashore (heads and tails intact)
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