Species
Fork-tailed Catfish
Neoarius berneyi
Also known as lesser salmon catfish
Tier 4Eating6/10light tackleQLDWANT
0 waypoints~30–50 cm typical
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Overview: about fork-tailed catfish
Tropical Australian fork-tailed catfish of northern rivers and estuaries. Common bycatch on worm and prawn baits. Watch the venomous spines.
Biology: Fork-tailed Catfish size, diet & habitat
- Habitat
- Estuary, River
- Typical size
- 30–50 cm (max 70 cm)
- Weight
- 0.5–2.5 kg
- Depth range
- 0–20 m
- Diet
- fish, crustaceans
- Global range
- Northern Australia
How to target: Fork-tailed Catfish angling strategies
Generally fished with light tackle — match gear to the conditions and the size of fish you expect.
- worms and prawn baits
Best season: when to catch fork-tailed catfish in Australia
No seasonal pattern for fork-tailed catfish yet. Seasons shift with water temperature and local conditions — check state fisheries advice and recent local reports before planning a trip.
Where to catch: fork-tailed catfish fishing spots in Australia
No mapped spots or marks for fork-tailed catfish yet. As waypoints are added that list this species, they'll appear here.