BASS, RED

Scientific Name: Lutijanus bahor

Also Known As: Red Bass; Kelp Bream; Kelp Sea-Perch; Two-Spot Snapper; Two Spot Red Snapper; BASS, RED

Salt / Fresh: Salt

Where found: Mostly found around coral reefs in the northern half of Australia

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Description:

The red bass is a close relative of the Mangrove Jack that lives offshore around reefs

How To Identify:

With striking colours the red bass is as the name suggests is mostly red, darker on the top of the upper body. They have very strong jaws and canine type teeth.

How To Catch:

Red Bass are usually caught when targeting other reef fish and will take most fresh flesh baits but even better is a live bait such as a slimy or yakka. They are also quite often caught on large surface poppers when anglers are chasing GT's and Coral Trout.

Where Found:

Mostly found around coral reefs in the northern half of Australia

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