Species
Eastern Freshwater Prawn
Macrobrachium australiense
Also known as Freshwater Prawn
Tier 5ultralight tackle
0 waypoints~5–5 cm typical
Sign in
Community
Recently caught
Be the first.
No eastern freshwater prawn catches logged yet — log one and you'll be recognised here.
Where to catch
Range & spots
No mapped spots for this species yet.
This species is in the catalog but not yet linked to any mapped waypoint.
Overview: about eastern freshwater prawn
Small but feisty, eastern freshwater prawns are a common catch in NSW and QLD estuaries and freshwater reaches. Target them with tiny lures or baits like live bloodworms in shallow waters less than 2m deep. Not usually eaten due to their small size, but fun to catch on light gear.
Biology: Eastern Freshwater Prawn size, diet & habitat
- Habitat
- Estuary, Freshwater, Mangrove
- Typical size
- 5 cm (max 7 cm)
- Diet
- omnivorous
How to target: Eastern Freshwater Prawn angling strategies
Generally fished with ultralight tackle — match gear to the conditions and the size of fish you expect. No targeting tips for eastern freshwater prawn yet — match your gear to the habitat and expected fish size, and check recent local reports before a trip.
Best season: when to catch eastern freshwater prawn in Australia
No seasonal pattern for eastern freshwater prawn yet. Seasons shift with water temperature and local conditions — check state fisheries advice and recent local reports before planning a trip.
Where to catch: eastern freshwater prawn fishing spots in Australia
No mapped spots or marks for eastern freshwater prawn yet. As waypoints are added that list this species, they'll appear here.