Species
Moreton Bay Bug
Thenus australiensis
Tier 3Eating10/10ultralight tackleQLDWANT
0 waypoints~15–22 cm typical
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Overview: about moreton bay bug
Flat slipper-lobster of northern Australian shallow waters, especially Moreton Bay and the GBR lagoon. Mostly trawl-caught commercially but rec divers take them in shallow water. Sweet white tail meat.
Biology: Moreton Bay Bug size, diet & habitat
- Habitat
- Bay, Inshore
- Typical size
- 15–22 cm (max 25 cm)
- Weight
- 0.15–0.5 kg
- Depth range
- 10–60 m
- Diet
- small molluscs, crustaceans, detritus
- Global range
- Northern Australia
How to target: Moreton Bay Bug angling strategies
Generally fished with ultralight tackle — match gear to the conditions and the size of fish you expect.
- trawl bycatch primarily; some diving
Best season: when to catch moreton bay bug in Australia
No seasonal pattern for moreton bay bug yet. Seasons shift with water temperature and local conditions — check state fisheries advice and recent local reports before planning a trip.
Where to catch: moreton bay bug fishing spots in Australia
No mapped spots or marks for moreton bay bug yet. As waypoints are added that list this species, they'll appear here.