Species
Gloomy Octopus
Octopus tetricus
Also known as common sydney octopus
Tier 3Eating8/10light tackleNSWVICQLDSAWA
0 waypoints40–80 cm (max 150 cm) typical
Regulations
NSWbag 10
| State | Size | Bag |
|---|---|---|
| NSW | — | 10 |
Regulations change. Always verify with the relevant state fisheries authority before fishing.
Overview: about gloomy octopus
Common east and south Australian octopus, often caught by handline anglers or in baited octopus pots. Excellent eating but tough — tenderise before cooking.
Biology: Gloomy Octopus size, diet & habitat
- Habitat
- Bay, Reef
- Typical size
- 40–80 cm (max 150 cm)
- Weight
- 1–4 kg
- Depth range
- 0–60 m
- Diet
- crustaceans, molluscs
- Most active
- nocturnal
- Global range
- Southern Australia, NZ
How to target: Gloomy Octopus angling strategies
Generally fished with light tackle — match gear to the conditions and the size of fish you expect.
- octo-jigs on small jigheads over reef
- baited octopus pots
- found in rock pools at low tide
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