Species
Blue-throat Parrotfish
Scarus ghobban
Tier 4Eating5/10light tackleQLDWANT
0 waypoints~30–50 cm typical
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Overview: about blue-throat parrotfish
Common tropical reef parrotfish of northern Australia, an incidental catch on light reef gear. Mostly released — bony and oily eating but spectacular colours.
Biology: Blue-throat Parrotfish size, diet & habitat
- Habitat
- Reef
- Typical size
- 30–50 cm (max 90 cm)
- Weight
- 0.5–5 kg
- Depth range
- 3–30 m
- Diet
- coral, algae
- Global range
- Indo-Pacific
How to target: Blue-throat Parrotfish angling strategies
Generally fished with light tackle — match gear to the conditions and the size of fish you expect.
- small bait around reef
Best season: when to catch blue-throat parrotfish in Australia
No seasonal pattern for blue-throat parrotfish 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-throat parrotfish fishing spots in Australia
No mapped spots or marks for blue-throat parrotfish yet. As waypoints are added that list this species, they'll appear here.