Estuary Perch


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Close cousin of Australian bass found in coastal estuaries and lower river reaches from southern QLD to TAS. Targeted with soft plastics, hardbodies and live baits around snags, drop-offs and bridge pylons. Closed seasons protect winter spawning aggregations.
Generally fished with light tackle — match gear to the conditions and the size of fish you expect.
Seasons shift with water temperature and local conditions, so check recent reports before a trip.
10 mapped fishing spots, marks and waypoints for estuary perch across Australia, covering land-based fishing, estuary fishing, freshwater fishing and impoundment fishing. Each location below links through to access notes and coordinates.