Species
Little Spinefoot
Siganus spinus
Also known as Scribbled Rabbitfish · Blunt-Nosed Spinefoot · Scribbled Rabbit-Fish · Spiny Rabbitfish · Spiny Spinefoot
Tier 5light tackleQLDWA
0 waypoints~11–20 cm typical
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Overview: about little spinefoot
Small to medium-sized reef fish with moderate venomous spines, found in inshore reefs and bays across QLD and WA. Target with small jigs, soft plastics or bait in 1-20m, using light to medium tackle. Handle with care due to venomous spines.
Biology: Little Spinefoot size, diet & habitat
- Habitat
- Bay, Inshore, Offshore, Reef
- Typical size
- 11–20 cm (max 28 cm)
- Depth range
- 1–50 m
- Most active
- diurnal
- Global range
- Western Pacific
How to target: Little Spinefoot angling strategies
Generally fished with light tackle — match gear to the conditions and the size of fish you expect. No targeting tips for little spinefoot yet — match your gear to the habitat and expected fish size, and check recent local reports before a trip.
Best season: when to catch little spinefoot in Australia
No seasonal pattern for little spinefoot yet. Seasons shift with water temperature and local conditions — check state fisheries advice and recent local reports before planning a trip.
Where to catch: little spinefoot fishing spots in Australia
No mapped spots or marks for little spinefoot yet. As waypoints are added that list this species, they'll appear here.