Common Name: Black Reef Leatherjacket
Scientific Name: Eubalichthys bucephalus
Maximum Size: 40cm
NSW Record: kg
Range: NSW, VIC, 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: Black Reef Leatherjacket
Scientific Name: Eubalichthys bucephalus
Maximum Size: 40cm
NSW Record: kg
Range: NSW, VIC, SA, WA.
Common Name: Deep-body Leatherjacket, Mosaic Leatherjacket
Scientific Name: Eubalichthys mosaicus
Maximum Size: 65cm
NSW Record: kg
Range: NSW, VIC, TAS, SA, WA.
Common Name: Rough Leatherjacket
Scientific Name: Scobinichthys granulatus
Maximum Size: 35cm
NSW Record: kg
Range: QLD, NSW, VIC, TAS, SA, WA.
Common Name: Ocean Leatherjacket
Scientific Name: Nelusetta ayraudi
Maximum Size: 100cm
NSW Record: kg
Range: QLD, NSW, VIC, SA, WA.
Common Name: Fanbelly Leatherjacket
Scientific Name: Monacanthus chinensis
Maximum Size: 40cm
NSW Record: kg
Range: QLD, NSW, WA, NT.
Common Name: Luderick
Scientific Name: Girella tricuspidata
Maximum Size: 60cm
NSW Record: kg
Range: QLD, NSW, VIC, TAS, SA.
Common Name: Eastern Rock Blackfish, Black Drummer
Scientific Name: Girella elevata
Maximum Size: 65cm
NSW Record: kg
Range: QLD, NSW, VIC, TAS.
Common Name: Zebrafish
Scientific Name: Girella zebra
Maximum Size: 50cm
NSW Record: kg
Range: NSW, VIC, TAS, SA, WA.
Common Name: Dusky Morwong
Scientific Name: Dactylophora nigricans
Maximum Size: 120cm
NSW Record: kg
Range: QLD, NSW, VIC, TAS, SA, WA.
Common Name: Banded Morwong
Scientific Name: Cheildactylus spectabilis
Maximum Size: 100cm
NSW Record: kg
Range: NSW, VIC, TAS, SA.
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