Species
Blacktip Rockcod
Epinephelus fasciatus
Also known as Black-Tipped Cod · Black-Tipped Rock-Cod · Black-Tipped Rockcod · Blacktip Grouper · Blacktipped Cod · Footballer Cod · Red-Barred Cod
Tier 5light tackleNSWWA
0 waypoints~16–28 cm typical
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Overview: about blacktip rockcod
Medium-sized reef cod with moderate fighting power, found in NSW and WA over coral reefs and structure. Target with jigs, soft plastics or live baits in 10-50m, near mangrove edges or offshore reefs. Moderate ciguatera risk, so check local consumption guidelines before eating.
Biology: Blacktip Rockcod size, diet & habitat
- Habitat
- Mangrove, Offshore, Reef
- Typical size
- 16–28 cm (max 40 cm)
- Weight
- up to 2 kg
- Diet
- crustaceans and smaller fishes by ambushing them
- Global range
- Central Pacific
How to target: Blacktip Rockcod angling strategies
Generally fished with light tackle — match gear to the conditions and the size of fish you expect. No targeting tips for blacktip rockcod yet — match your gear to the habitat and expected fish size, and check recent local reports before a trip.
Best season: when to catch blacktip rockcod in Australia
No seasonal pattern for blacktip rockcod yet. Seasons shift with water temperature and local conditions — check state fisheries advice and recent local reports before planning a trip.
Where to catch: blacktip rockcod fishing spots in Australia
No mapped spots or marks for blacktip rockcod yet. As waypoints are added that list this species, they'll appear here.