Yellowtail Snapper
Yellowtail snapper are sleek, fast, and beautifully marked with a bright yellow stripe and tail. They feed up in the water column, so catching them is a fun, finesse-driven game.
They're a favorite of offshore anglers who appreciate light-tackle action and a delicious reward.
- Size
- Commonly 1–4 pounds
- Fight
- Quick and spirited
- On the table
- Superb — delicate and sweet
- Best season
- Year-round offshore
How we catch Yellowtail Snapper
We chum and drift light baits back over offshore reefs and ledges on full-day offshore trips.
On the table
Delicate, sweet, and white — many anglers rate yellowtail the finest of the snappers on the table.
