Species
John Dory
Zeus faber
Tier 3Eating10/10light tackleNSWVICSAWATAS
0 waypoints~30–50 cm typical
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Overview: about john dory
Distinctive flat-bodied predator of southern Australian shelf and bays, recognisable from its dark eyespot. Caught on live baits, soft plastics and on the drift in 30-300 m. Premium-grade table fish.
Biology: John Dory size, diet & habitat
- Habitat
- Bay, Shelf
- Typical size
- 30–50 cm (max 75 cm)
- Weight
- 0.6–5 kg
- Depth range
- 5–400 m
- Diet
- small fish
- Global range
- Circumglobal temperate
How to target: John Dory angling strategies
Generally fished with light tackle — match gear to the conditions and the size of fish you expect.
- live yakkas drifted
- slow soft plastics
Best season: when to catch john dory in Australia
No seasonal pattern for john dory yet. Seasons shift with water temperature and local conditions — check state fisheries advice and recent local reports before planning a trip.
Where to catch: john dory fishing spots in Australia
No mapped spots or marks for john dory yet. As waypoints are added that list this species, they'll appear here.