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Magrove Jack is also referred to as Red Bream.The Jack varies from greenish brown to a reddish shade. The jack is a medium sized fish with a similar shape to bream. They have a mlarge razor-like teeth. Quite an aggressive fish
Most commonly caught weighing less than 3 kg. However you do get the occasional prized catch of around 10kg
The Mangrove Jack is most commonly found in the esturine tropical waters of Australia - in NT, WA and Queensland.
The Mangrove Jack can be caught by trolling, lure or fly fishing, and with live bait.
Mangrove Jack
Lutjanus argentimaculatus
Description:
Magrove Jack is also referred to as Red Bream.The Jack varies from greenish brown to a reddish shade. The jack is a medium sized fish with a similar shape to bream. They have a mlarge razor-like teeth. Quite an aggressive fish
Size:
Most commonly caught weighing less than 3 kg. However you do get the occasional prized catch of around 10kg
Where:
The Mangrove Jack is most commonly found in the esturine tropical waters of Australia - in NT, WA and Queensland.
How:
The Mangrove Jack can be caught by trolling, lure or fly fishing, and with live bait.
