Species
Greenback Flounder
Rhombosolea tapirina
Also known as green flounder
Tier 3Eating9/10light tackleNSWVICSAWATAS
1 waypoint20–35 cm (max 45 cm) typical
Regulations
VIC25 cm min · bag 20
| State | Size | Bag |
|---|---|---|
| VIC | 25 cm min | 20 |
combined flounder limit | ||
Regulations change. Always verify with the relevant state fisheries authority before fishing.
Overview: about greenback flounder
Common southern Australian flounder of bays, estuaries and beaches. Caught on small baits, soft plastics and traditionally speared from a small boat with a light at night. Excellent sweet flesh.
Biology: Greenback Flounder size, diet & habitat
- Habitat
- Bay, Beach, Estuary
- Typical size
- 20–35 cm (max 45 cm)
- Weight
- 0.2–1 kg
- Depth range
- 0–50 m
- Diet
- small fish, crustaceans
- Global range
- Southern Australia, NZ
How to target: Greenback Flounder angling strategies
Generally fished with light tackle — match gear to the conditions and the size of fish you expect.
- small soft plastics drifted over sand
- small bait paternoster
- spearing from punt at night (traditional)
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Where to catch: greenback flounder fishing spots in Australia
Queensland1
More information: greenback flounder references & sources
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