The mangrove snapper is typically found from Florida to Brazil and across the Gulf of Mexico. They are marine fish as adults, but juvenile mangrove snappers migrate into estuaries and Florida’s rivers until they reach maturity. Mangrove snappers can be spotted in springs/spring fed rivers near the coast including Homosassa, Chassahowitzka, and Three Sisters (Crystal River/King’s Bay). They can be found in seagrass beds and mangroves, with larger individuals located on offshore reefs and wrecks. Typically, large aggregations are formed which can decrease their chances of being hooked by a fisherman. Mangrove snapper diet includes small fish, shrimp, crabs, and other invertebrates.