Species
Black Cod
Epinephelus daemelii
Also known as saddled rockcod
Tier 4Eating7/10heavy tackleVulnerableNSWQLD
0 waypoints~60–100 cm typical


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No black cod catches logged yet — log one and you'll be recognised here.
This species is in the catalog but not yet linked to any mapped waypoint.
Large temperate rockcod of east-coast Australia and Lord Howe Island, protected as Vulnerable. Once a common headland species — now strictly no-take in NSW and QLD. Release immediately if hooked.
Generally fished with heavy tackle — match gear to the conditions and the size of fish you expect.
No seasonal pattern for black cod yet. Seasons shift with water temperature and local conditions — check state fisheries advice and recent local reports before planning a trip.
No mapped spots or marks for black cod yet. As waypoints are added that list this species, they'll appear here.