Species
Crimsonband Wrasse
Notolabrus gymnogenis
Tier 3Eating7/10light tackleNSWVICQLD
0 waypoints~25–35 cm typical
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Overview: about crimsonband wrasse
Common east-coast wrasse of NSW and southern QLD inshore reef. Often caught alongside blue-throat wrasse on light gear over rocky reef.
Biology: Crimsonband Wrasse size, diet & habitat
- Habitat
- Reef
- Typical size
- 25–35 cm (max 45 cm)
- Weight
- 0.3–1.2 kg
- Depth range
- 1–40 m
- Diet
- crustaceans, molluscs
- Global range
- Southwest Pacific
How to target: Crimsonband Wrasse angling strategies
Generally fished with light tackle — match gear to the conditions and the size of fish you expect.
- small baits on rocky reef
Best season: when to catch crimsonband wrasse in Australia
No seasonal pattern for crimsonband wrasse yet. Seasons shift with water temperature and local conditions — check state fisheries advice and recent local reports before planning a trip.
Where to catch: crimsonband wrasse fishing spots in Australia
No mapped spots or marks for crimsonband wrasse yet. As waypoints are added that list this species, they'll appear here.