Species
Highfin Rockcod
Epinephelus maculatus
Also known as Highfin Grouper · Blackfin Cod · Brown-Spotted Rock-Cod · Marbled Rock-Cod · Marbled Rockcod · Spotty Cod · Trout Cod
Tier 5medium tackleNSWQLDWANT
0 waypoints24–43 cm (max 61 cm) typical
Overview: about highfin rockcod
Medium-sized reef cod found over offshore reefs in NSW, QLD, WA and NT. Target with jigs, soft plastics and live baits in 10-100m, focusing on structure and drop-offs. Good eating fish with a reputation for putting up a strong fight.
Biology: Highfin Rockcod size, diet & habitat
- Habitat
- Offshore, Reef
- Typical size
- 24–43 cm (max 61 cm)
- Depth range
- 2–100 m
- Diet
- small fish, crabs and octopuses
- Global range
- Central Pacific
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