Species
Breaksea Cod
Epinephelides armatus
Also known as black-arse cod · tiger cod
Tier 4Eating9/10medium tackleSAWA
7 waypoints~30–50 cm typical
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Overview: about breaksea cod
Southern WA reef fish found from Geraldton around to the south coast, especially around Albany and the Recherche Archipelago. Targeted with bait over deeper reef and rubble bottom in 20-80m. Excellent eating and a regular bycatch when chasing dhufish and pink snapper.
Biology: Breaksea Cod size, diet & habitat
- Habitat
- Inshore, Reef
- Typical size
- 30–50 cm (max 70 cm)
- Weight
- 1–3 kg (max 8 kg)
- Depth range
- 5–130 m
- Diet
- small fish, crustaceans
- Most active
- diurnal
- Global range
- Southern Australia
How to target: Breaksea Cod angling strategies
Generally fished with medium tackle — match gear to the conditions and the size of fish you expect.
- squid or octopus baits on a paternoster around offshore reef
- soft plastics worked slowly along the bottom in 30-80m
Best season: when to catch breaksea cod in Australia
No seasonal pattern for breaksea cod yet. Seasons shift with water temperature and local conditions — check state fisheries advice and recent local reports before planning a trip.
Where to catch: breaksea cod fishing spots in Australia
7 mapped fishing spots, marks and waypoints for breaksea cod across Australia, covering offshore and bluewater fishing. Each location below links through to access notes and coordinates.