Species
Australian Anchovy
Engraulis australis
Tier 4Eating4/10ultralight tackleNSWVICQLDSAWATAS
0 waypoints~8–12 cm typical
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Overview: about australian anchovy
Tiny schooling baitfish of inshore Australian waters, central to the food web — what tuna, kingfish, salmon and tailor feed on when whitebait runs are in. Cast-netted by bait gatherers; rarely caught on rod and line.
Biology: Australian Anchovy size, diet & habitat
- Habitat
- Bay, Estuary, Inshore
- Typical size
- 8–12 cm (max 15 cm)
- Weight
- 0.01–0.03 kg
- Depth range
- 0–50 m
- Diet
- phytoplankton, zooplankton
- Global range
- Southwest Pacific, southern Australia
How to target: Australian Anchovy angling strategies
Generally fished with ultralight tackle — match gear to the conditions and the size of fish you expect.
- cast nets in bay shallows
Best season: when to catch australian anchovy in Australia
No seasonal pattern for australian anchovy yet. Seasons shift with water temperature and local conditions — check state fisheries advice and recent local reports before planning a trip.
Where to catch: australian anchovy fishing spots in Australia
No mapped spots or marks for australian anchovy yet. As waypoints are added that list this species, they'll appear here.