What's been spotted in Tasmania?

Snapper

Chrysophrys auratus

Fishing for flathead with a Paternoster rig using squid for bait.

Weight 0.350kg
Depth 7m
Chrysophrys auratus

About this species

Mature snapper are pink and appear to have a convex forehead in larger adults. Juveniles have blue spots over the body. Snapper have strong jaws and dorsal spines capable of breaking off in a wound.Snapper are common in the north and becoming more common in the south. Log this species only if you spot it south of Maria Island in TAS, or North of Mackay in QLD. Read more…

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