Djembirri’, or ‘mangrove jack’, is a brightly-coloured fish, found in mangroves and coastal waters - from Shark Bay in Western Australia to Lake Illawarra in New South Wales. Reaching 1.2 metres in length and 16 kg in weight, these fiery fish are known for giving anglers a good fight, when caught.

Though mostly found in mangroves, adolescents can be found out deep in freshwater systems, as well near coastal reefs - often in areas with coral, logs, stones and other places where prey may hide.  

Part of the snapper family, djembirri’ possess sharp, canine fangs, designed to pierce and latch onto its food.