Moderate Flavor and Texture. These are strong snappers that move around ledges and pinnacles in search of food. They look very similar to Opakapaka with the exception of their tuna-like mouths. The fillets are pink and slightly stronger in flavor than their cousins' the Onaga and Opakapaka. Saut'ed, broiled, baked or raw, Lehi Snapper are a delicious fish
Seasonality, Forms, Yields, Shelf Life & Quality Control
Availability & Seasonality
Product Forms & Yields
Shelf Life & Quality Control
Average Weight/Length
5-20lbs
Other "Popular" Names for this Fish
Iron jaw
Location Habitat
Deep water snappers that move around ledges and pinnacles in search of food. They look very similar to Opakapaka with the exception of their tuna-like mouths. The fillets are pink and slightly stronger in flavor than their cousins' the Onaga and Opakapaka.
Biology & Physical Description
They look very similar to Opakapaka with the exception of their tuna-like mouths. The fillets are pink and slightly stronger in flavor than their cousins' the Onaga and Opakapaka.
Geographic Species Map (Fishbase.org Map)
Summary of Distribution:
Note: Distribution range colors indicate degree of suitability of habitat which can be interpreted as probabilities of occurrence (fishbase.org)
Commercial Fishing Techniques
Vertical Hooking
Vertical Hooking is when....
Game Rating
Game Rating : 8.5/10
Game Description :
Strong fighting bottom fish
Food Rating
Game Rating : 9/10
Game Description :
Moderate Flavor and Texture. These are strong snappers that move around ledges and pinnacles in search of food. They look very similar to Opakapaka with the exception of their tuna-like mouths. The fillets are pink and slightly stronger in flavor than their cousins' the Onaga and Opakapaka. Saut'ed, broiled, baked or raw, Lehi Snapper are a delicious fish
