Species
Maori Octopus
Macroctopus maorum
Tier 4Eating8/10medium tackleNSWVICSAWATAS
0 waypoints~80–130 cm typical
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Overview: about maori octopus
Large powerful southern Australian octopus, common in TAS and southern VIC bays. Sometimes targeted with octo-jigs over weed and reef bottoms; excellent eating.
Biology: Maori Octopus size, diet & habitat
- Habitat
- Bay, Reef
- Typical size
- 80–130 cm (max 180 cm)
- Weight
- 2–10 kg
- Depth range
- 0–100 m
- Diet
- crustaceans, fish, molluscs
- Most active
- nocturnal
- Global range
- Southwest Pacific
How to target: Maori Octopus angling strategies
Generally fished with medium tackle — match gear to the conditions and the size of fish you expect.
- octo-jigs on reef
Best season: when to catch maori octopus in Australia
No seasonal pattern for maori octopus yet. Seasons shift with water temperature and local conditions — check state fisheries advice and recent local reports before planning a trip.
Where to catch: maori octopus fishing spots in Australia
No mapped spots or marks for maori octopus yet. As waypoints are added that list this species, they'll appear here.