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Blackfish

Girella tricuspidata

🌊 Mixed / Freshwater

Also known as Luderick. Popular target for specialist anglers using weed and cabbage baits. Found around rocky headlands, wharves and estuaries. Requires specialised light tackle and float fishing techniques.

Legal Size

27cm

Bag Limit

10/day

Blackfish

Baits & Lures

Natural Baits

Green weedCabbage weedSea lettuce

Lures & Artificials

Float rigs

Seasonal Patterns

Best Months

JuneJulyAugustSeptember

Notes

Winter and spring best. Fish around wharves and rocky headlands with fresh green weed

Regulations

Minimum Legal Size
27 cm
Daily Bag Limit
10 fish

* Regulations may vary by state. Always check local fishing rules before heading out.

Find This Species

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