Species
Jungle Perch
Kuhlia rupestris
Tier 3Eating7/10light tackleQLD
0 waypoints25–35 cm (max 45 cm) typical
Overview: about jungle perch
Striking freshwater perch of north QLD coastal rivers, found in clear rocky pools and headwaters. Caught on small surface lures and flies — spectacular surface strikes from clear water. Tag-and-release is normal practice.
Biology: Jungle Perch size, diet & habitat
- Habitat
- Creek, River
- Typical size
- 25–35 cm (max 45 cm)
- Weight
- 0.3–1.5 kg
- Depth range
- 0–8 m
- Diet
- insects, small fish, fruit
- Global range
- Indo-West Pacific
How to target: Jungle Perch angling strategies
Generally fished with light tackle — match gear to the conditions and the size of fish you expect.
- small surface lures in rocky pools
- dry flies
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