Species
Convict Surgeonfish
Acanthurus triostegus
Tier 5Eating5/10ultralight tackleQLDWANT
0 waypoints~15–22 cm typical
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Overview: about convict surgeonfish
Common striped tropical reef surgeonfish of northern Australia, often found in shallow lagoon waters. Mostly an aquarium and reef-diver species; rarely a rec target.
Biology: Convict Surgeonfish size, diet & habitat
- Habitat
- Lagoon, Reef
- Typical size
- 15–22 cm (max 27 cm)
- Weight
- 0.1–0.3 kg
- Depth range
- 0–30 m
- Diet
- algae
- Global range
- Indo-Pacific
How to target: Convict Surgeonfish angling strategies
Generally fished with ultralight tackle — match gear to the conditions and the size of fish you expect.
- incidental
Best season: when to catch convict surgeonfish in Australia
No seasonal pattern for convict surgeonfish yet. Seasons shift with water temperature and local conditions — check state fisheries advice and recent local reports before planning a trip.
Where to catch: convict surgeonfish fishing spots in Australia
No mapped spots or marks for convict surgeonfish yet. As waypoints are added that list this species, they'll appear here.