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Leatherjacket

Monacanthidae spp.

âš“ Offshore

Colorful fish with tough skin, found around reefs and structure

Legal Size

20cm

Bag Limit

20/day

Avg Weight

0.50kg

Record

2.00kg

Leatherjacket

Baits & Lures

Natural Baits

prawnssquidpilchardsworms

Lures & Artificials

small soft plasticsjigs

Regulations

Minimum Legal Size
20 cm
Daily Bag Limit
20 fish

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

Find This Species

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