🟡 Intermediate— Some experience helpful

Barramundi

Lates calcarifer

🌿 Estuary

Iconic Australian sportfish found in tropical waters. Legal size: 58-120cm slot (QLD), 55-80cm slot (NT). Bag limit: 5 (QLD), 5 (NT with slot limits and seasonal closures).

Legal Size

58cm

Bag Limit

5/day

Avg Weight

4.00kg

Record

44.00kg

Barramundi

Fishing Tips

1

Cast lures around structure and mangroves

2

Use fast retrieves to trigger strikes

3

Best caught on a rising tide

4

Target shaded areas during hot days

5

Use fluorocarbon leader to avoid bite-offs

Baits & Lures

Natural Baits

live baitprawnsmulletherring

Lures & Artificials

hard body luressoft plasticssurface luresvibes

Regulations

Minimum Legal Size
58 cm
Daily Bag Limit
5 fish

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

Find This Species

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