Species
Black Banded Bream
Microcanthus strigatus
Also known as banded sweep
Tier 5Eating5/10ultralight tackleNSWVICQLDWA
0 waypoints~12–18 cm typical
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This species is in the catalog but not yet linked to any mapped waypoint.
Overview: about black banded bream
Striped southern Australian inshore reef fish, common around rock walls and weed beds. Small light-tackle bycatch; pretty but bony.
Biology: Black Banded Bream size, diet & habitat
- Habitat
- Reef, Rock platform
- Typical size
- 12–18 cm (max 22 cm)
- Weight
- 0.1–0.3 kg
- Depth range
- 0–30 m
- Diet
- small invertebrates
- Global range
- Western Pacific
How to target: Black Banded Bream angling strategies
Generally fished with ultralight tackle — match gear to the conditions and the size of fish you expect.
- incidental on small bait
Best season: when to catch black banded bream in Australia
No seasonal pattern for black banded bream yet. Seasons shift with water temperature and local conditions — check state fisheries advice and recent local reports before planning a trip.
Where to catch: black banded bream fishing spots in Australia
No mapped spots or marks for black banded bream yet. As waypoints are added that list this species, they'll appear here.