Silk snapper in Florida

Meet the species

Silk snapper
Image credit: © diane rome peebles

Scientific name

Lutjanus vivanus

Overview

Common offshore over rocky ledges in very deep water. Most common in south Florida.

Typical size

Usually less than 30 inches (5 pounds)

At a glance

Regions
Southeast, inland south
Water
Saltwater

When to fish

Good months

January–december

Season notes

Intentional year round display: FL saltwater game species without a narrower FWC peak calendar; not an invented peak.

More season details

Where to fish

Florida regions

Southeast & inland south

Water

Saltwater

Habitat

Common offshore over rocky ledges in very deep water. Most common in south Florida.

More locations and access

Videos

Sources

Information comes from the supplied source datasets. Check linked FWC regulations for current rules.