Species
Mirror Dory
Zenopsis nebulosa
Tier 5Eating9/10heavy tackleNSWVICSATAS
0 waypoints~35–55 cm typical
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Overview: about mirror dory
Schooling southern Australian deepwater dory species, important to the commercial trawl fishery. Rare on rec rod-and-line but occasionally taken in deep drops. Excellent eating.
Biology: Mirror Dory size, diet & habitat
- Habitat
- Offshore, Shelf
- Typical size
- 35–55 cm (max 70 cm)
- Weight
- 1–4 kg
- Depth range
- 100–800 m
- Diet
- small fish
- Global range
- Southwest Pacific
How to target: Mirror Dory angling strategies
Generally fished with heavy tackle — match gear to the conditions and the size of fish you expect.
- commercial trawl primarily
Best season: when to catch mirror dory in Australia
No seasonal pattern for mirror 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: mirror dory fishing spots in Australia
No mapped spots or marks for mirror dory yet. As waypoints are added that list this species, they'll appear here.