Species
Honeycomb Rockcod
Epinephelus merra
Tier 5Eating6/10light tackleQLDWANT
0 waypoints~20–30 cm typical
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Overview: about honeycomb rockcod
Small spotted tropical reef cod of northern Australian inshore reef. Caught on small bait around coral bommies. Common but small.
Biology: Honeycomb Rockcod size, diet & habitat
- Habitat
- Reef
- Typical size
- 20–30 cm (max 35 cm)
- Weight
- 0.2–0.8 kg
- Depth range
- 0–50 m
- Diet
- small fish, crustaceans
- Global range
- Indo-Pacific
How to target: Honeycomb Rockcod angling strategies
Generally fished with light tackle — match gear to the conditions and the size of fish you expect.
- small baits over reef
Best season: when to catch honeycomb rockcod in Australia
No seasonal pattern for honeycomb rockcod yet. Seasons shift with water temperature and local conditions — check state fisheries advice and recent local reports before planning a trip.
Where to catch: honeycomb rockcod fishing spots in Australia
No mapped spots or marks for honeycomb rockcod yet. As waypoints are added that list this species, they'll appear here.