Common Name: Longsnout Boarfish
Scientific Name: Pentaceropsis recurvirostris
Maximum Size: 50cm
NSW Record: kg
Range: NSW, VIC, TAS, SA, WA.
There are many species of fish to found in our oceans. Some of these fish are target species, with great eating qualities, but others are protected and must not be harmed. As a responsible spearfisher it is critical that we can identify the specie of fish before ever deciding to pull the trigger in an attempt to capture a fish.
On the following pages you will find photos and information that will assist you in improving your fish identification and knowledge. They are split into two categories: Protected Species and Target Species.
Remember, if you are not sure what fish it is you are aiming at, DO NOT PULL THE TRIGGER.
Common Name: Longsnout Boarfish
Scientific Name: Pentaceropsis recurvirostris
Maximum Size: 50cm
NSW Record: kg
Range: NSW, VIC, TAS, SA, WA.
Common Name: Bastard Trumpeter, Tassie
Scientific Name: Latridopsis forsteri
Maximum Size: 65cm
NSW Record: kg
Range: QLD, NSW, VIC, TAS, SA.
Common Name: Tailor
Scientific Name: Pomatomus saltatrix
Maximum Size: 120cm
NSW Record: kg
Range: QLD, NSW, VIC, TAS, WA.
Common Name: Gold-spotted Sweetlip
Scientific Name: Plectorhinchus flavomaculatus
Maximum Size: 60cm
NSW Record: kg
Range: QLD, NSW, NT, WA.
Common Name: Black-saddle Goatfish, Black-spot Goatfish
Scientific Name: Parupeneus spilirus
Maximum Size: 50cm
NSW Record: kg
Range: QLD, NSW, WA.
Common Name: Large-tooth Flounder
Scientific Name: Pseudorhombius arsius
Maximum Size: 35cm
NSW Record: kg
Range: QLD, NSW, WA, NT, SA.
Common Name: Black Sole
Scientific Name: Brachirus nigra
Maximum Size: 30cm
NSW Record: kg
Range: QLD, NSW.
Common Name: Blue-throat Wrasse
Scientific Name: Notolabrus tetricus
Maximum Size: 50cm
NSW Record: kg
Range: NSW, VIC, TAS, SA.
Common Name: Araara (used to be known as Silver Trevally)
Scientific Name: Pseudocaranx georgianus
Maximum Size: 50cm
NSW Record: kg
Range: QLD, NSW, VIC, TAS, SA, WA.
Common Name: Australian Bonito.
Scientific Name: Sarda australis.
Maximum Size: 100cm
NSW Record: kg
Range: QLD, NSW, VIC.
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