Snapper, Mutton – US Mutton Snapper are most commonly found in
the tropical waters of the Caribbean, Florida and Gulf of
Mexico. They can live to 40 years of age, have moderate growth
rates, and become sexually mature after three years. Mutton
Snapper were overfished for many years, but their abundance has
increased and today it is at a medium level in the South
Atlantic US and Gulf of Mexico. Mutton Snapper are mostly caught
by hook-and-line, bottom longlines or traps, fishing methods
which cause moderate habitat damage and some bycatch of sea
turtles and sawfish. This fish may have high levels of mercury
that could pose a health risk to adults and children. More
mercury info here.