🟢 Beginner— Great for new anglers

Tailor

Pomatomus saltatrix

🌊 Mixed / Freshwater

Aggressive schooling fish found along beaches and estuaries. Legal size: 30cm (QLD), 25cm (NSW). Bag limit: 20 (QLD), 10 (NSW), 5 (TAS).

Legal Size

30cm

Bag Limit

20/day

Avg Weight

1.50kg

Record

9.00kg

Baits & Lures

Natural Baits

pilchardsmulletsquidgarfish

Lures & Artificials

metal slicespopperssoft plasticshard body lures

Minimum Legal Size

30 cm

Daily Bag Limit

20 fish

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

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