Common Name: Red Rock Cod
Scientific Name: Scorpaena portjacksoniensis
Maximum Size: 45cm
NSW Record: kg
Range: QLD, NSW, VIC.
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: Red Rock Cod
Scientific Name: Scorpaena portjacksoniensis
Maximum Size: 45cm
NSW Record: kg
Range: QLD, NSW, VIC.
Common Name: Sawtail
Scientific Name: Prionurus microlepidotus
Maximum Size: 70cm
NSW Record: kg
Range: QLD, NSW.
Common Name: Spotted Sawtail
Scientific Name: Prionurus maculata
Maximum Size: 70cm
NSW Record: kg
Range: QLD, NSW.
Common Name: Rainbow Runner
Scientific Name: Elegatis bipinnulata
Maximum Size: 120cm
NSW Record: kg
Range: QLD, NSW, NT, WA.
Common Name: Cobia
Scientific Name: Rachycentrum canadum
Maximum Size: 200cm
NSW Record: kg
Range: QLD, NSW, NT, WA.
Common Name: Large-tooth Beardie, Ling
Scientific Name: Lotella rhacina
Maximum Size: 50cm
NSW Record: kg
Range: NSW, VIC, TAS, SA, WA.
Common Name: Giant Boarfish
Scientific Name: Paristiopterus labiosus
Maximum Size: 100cm
NSW Record: kg
Range: NSW, VIC, TAS, SA, WA.
Common Name: Sea Sweep
Scientific Name: Scorpis aequipinnis
Maximum Size: 61 cm
NSW Record: kg
Range: NSW, VIC, TAS. SA, WA
Common Name: Common Sweep, Silver Sweep
Scientific Name: Scorpis lineolata
Maximum Size: 37 cm
NSW Record: kg
Range: NSW, VIC, TAS, SOUTHERN QLD
Common Name:Sergeant Baker
Scientific Name: Hime purpurissatus
Maximum Size: 61 cm
NSW Record: kg
Range: NSW, VIC, TAS, SA, WA, SOUTHERN QLD
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