Species
Bluebone Tuskfish
Choerodon rubescens
Also known as bluebone (SA) · western blue bone
Tier 2Eating10/10medium tackleVulnerableWA
0 waypoints~40–65 cm typical
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Overview: about bluebone tuskfish
Spectacular blue-headed tuskfish of southern WA shelf waters, much prized in Perth and southwest WA. Caught on bait and small jigs over deep reef. Outstanding eating.
Biology: Bluebone Tuskfish size, diet & habitat
- Habitat
- Reef
- Typical size
- 40–65 cm (max 90 cm)
- Weight
- 1.5–8 kg
- Depth range
- 10–60 m
- Diet
- crustaceans, molluscs
- Global range
- Southwestern Australia
How to target: Bluebone Tuskfish angling strategies
Generally fished with medium tackle — match gear to the conditions and the size of fish you expect.
- squid baits over reef
- slow jigs
Best season: when to catch bluebone tuskfish in Australia
No seasonal pattern for bluebone tuskfish yet. Seasons shift with water temperature and local conditions — check state fisheries advice and recent local reports before planning a trip.
Where to catch: bluebone tuskfish fishing spots in Australia
No mapped spots or marks for bluebone tuskfish yet. As waypoints are added that list this species, they'll appear here.