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Lane snapper
Western Gulf of Mexico
Mexico Gulf of Mexico
Mexico
Hooks and lines
Profile updated on 13 January 2020
SUMMARY
SUMMARY
IDENTIFICATION
SCIENTIFIC NAME(s)
Lutjanus synagris
SPECIES NAME(s)
Lane snapper
COMMON NAMES
Rubia, villajaiba
There is evidence of two genetically distinct stocks in the northern Gulf of Mexico, a western stock which includes individuals from the northwestern and northcentral area, and an eastern stock that includes individuals from the west coast of Florida state, the Florida Keys, and the Atlantic coast of Florida (Karlsson et al. 2009).
ANALYSIS
Strengths
- A network of marine protected areas is established and protected species identified.
FISHSOURCE SCORES
Management Quality:
Management Strategy:
< 6
Managers Compliance:
< 6
Fishers Compliance:
< 6
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