Fish Species > Mangrove Jack

   Mangrove Jack. (Lutjanus argentimacultatus). Max weight 11.5 kg/ 25lb 5oz. Predatory.
The Mangrove Jack is a marine fish which is also found in brackish water enviroments. Also referred to as the ‘Sea Perch’ this highly energetic fish has a huge range from the indo-pacific region reaching to the Red Sea in addition to Australia. This carnivorous predatory fish predates on other fish as is common with all fish belonging to the Perciformes (perch-like fishes) family of fish. The Mangrove Jack has a spectacular appearance with green to reddish colouration throughout its body and attains lengths of over 1.2 metres. The Mangrove Jack is an extremely hard fighting sport fish performing aerial displays when hooked and has been introduced to several commercial fisheries in Thailand.