Species
Estuary Cobbler
Cnidoglanis macrocephalus
Tier 5Eating8/10light tackleSAWA
1 waypoint~40–70 cm typical
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Overview: about estuary cobbler
Southern Australian estuary catfish found in WA, SA and western VIC systems. Targeted with bait fished on the bottom in deeper holes, often at night. Handle with care — venomous pectoral and dorsal spines deliver a painful sting.
Biology: Estuary Cobbler size, diet & habitat
- Habitat
- Estuary
- Typical size
- 40–70 cm (max 90 cm)
- Weight
- 0.5–2 kg (max 5 kg)
- Depth range
- 0–10 m
- Diet
- prawns, small fish, worms, molluscs
- Most active
- nocturnal
- Global range
- Southern Australia (Cnidoglanis macrocephalus)
How to target: Estuary Cobbler angling strategies
Generally fished with light tackle — match gear to the conditions and the size of fish you expect.
- fresh prawn or mullet strip on a running sinker rig at night in WA estuaries
- worms in deep estuary holes
Best season: when to catch estuary cobbler in Australia
No seasonal pattern for estuary cobbler yet. Seasons shift with water temperature and local conditions — check state fisheries advice and recent local reports before planning a trip.
Where to catch: estuary cobbler fishing spots in Australia
One mapped fishing location for estuary cobbler across Australia, covering land-based fishing and estuary fishing. Each location below links through to access notes and coordinates.