Texas Gulf Coast Fishing

Silk Snapper

SILK SNAPPER - Lutjanus vivanus Family Lutjanidae, SNAPPERS

Descriptions: back and upper sides pinkish red, shading to silvery sides with undulating yellow lines; pectoral fins pale yellow; back edge of caudal fin blackish; anal fin pointed; no dark lateral spot; yellow eye.
Similar fish: red snapper, L. campechanus.
Where found: OFFSHORE over rocky ledges in very deep water.
Size: usually less than 5 pounds. Remarks: little is known.