Species profile
Silk Snapper
Lutjanus vivanus
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At a glance
Silk Snapper (Lutjanus vivanus) is an IUCN Least Concern bony-fish species regulated in 2 of 66 jurisdictions tracked by CatchRules across the U.S. and Canada.
Bag limits are uniform at 10 per angler across the 2 regulating jurisdictions.
Confirmed by 11 research-grade iNaturalist observations across the species' range.
Notable details
- A deepwater species most commonly caught between 300 and 1,300 feet below the surface.
- Easily identified by its vivid yellow iris, unique among Atlantic snappers.
- Reaches about 24 inches in length at maximum size.
- Range spans from the Carolinas through the Caribbean and south to Brazil.
Where Silk Snapper are seen
Jurisdictions with rules for Silk Snapper
Background
The silk snapper (Lutjanus vivanus), the West Indian snapper, yellow-eyed snapper or yellow-eyed red snapper, is a species of marine ray-finned fish, a snapper belonging to the family Lutjanidae. It is found in the Western Atlantic Ocean.
Background excerpt adapted from Wikipedia's Silk Snapper article (CC BY-SA). Visit Wikipedia for the full entry.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Silk Snapper?
Silk Snapper (Lutjanus vivanus) is an IUCN Least Concern bony-fish species regulated in 2 of 66 jurisdictions tracked by CatchRules across the U.S. and Canada.
What is the scientific name for Silk Snapper?
Silk Snapper is Lutjanus vivanus.
Is Silk Snapper regulated for fishing?
Yes — Silk Snapper has fishing regulations in 1 U.S. state and/or Canadian province tracked by CatchRules. See the "Jurisdictions with rules" section above for the binding-source links.
How can I identify Silk Snapper?
Take a photo with the free CatchRules app for iPhone or Android — on-device identification recognizes Silk Snapper along with ~1,500 other species. No sign-up, unlimited use.
Photo credit: iNaturalist / Wikipedia. Identification reference only — verify regulations with the issuing wildlife agency before retaining a catch.