Species
Blue-spot Coral Trout
Plectropomus laevis
Tier 3Eating10/10heavy tackleVulnerableQLDWANT
0 waypoints~50–80 cm typical
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Overview: about blue-spot coral trout
Large coral trout species of the outer GBR and northern Australia, often the biggest coral trout encountered. Caught on live baits and big soft plastics over coral bommies. Premium table fish — strictly managed.
Biology: Blue-spot Coral Trout size, diet & habitat
- Habitat
- Reef
- Typical size
- 50–80 cm (max 120 cm)
- Weight
- 2–15 kg
- Depth range
- 10–100 m
- Diet
- fish, crustaceans
- Global range
- Indo-Pacific
How to target: Blue-spot Coral Trout angling strategies
Generally fished with heavy tackle — match gear to the conditions and the size of fish you expect.
- live baits
- big soft plastics on heavy jigs
Best season: when to catch blue-spot coral trout in Australia
No seasonal pattern for blue-spot coral trout yet. Seasons shift with water temperature and local conditions — check state fisheries advice and recent local reports before planning a trip.
Where to catch: blue-spot coral trout fishing spots in Australia
No mapped spots or marks for blue-spot coral trout yet. As waypoints are added that list this species, they'll appear here.