Species
Passionfruit Coral Trout
Plectropomus areolatus
Tier 3Eating10/10medium tackleVulnerableQLDWANT
0 waypoints~40–60 cm typical
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Overview: about passionfruit coral trout
Bright spotted coral trout of northern Australia, similar in habits and management to common coral trout. Outstanding table species and a target for reef anglers across northern QLD and the NT.
Biology: Passionfruit Coral Trout size, diet & habitat
- Habitat
- Reef
- Typical size
- 40–60 cm (max 80 cm)
- Weight
- 1–5 kg
- Depth range
- 5–50 m
- Diet
- fish
- Global range
- Indo-West Pacific
How to target: Passionfruit Coral Trout angling strategies
Generally fished with medium tackle — match gear to the conditions and the size of fish you expect.
- live baits over reef
- soft plastics
Best season: when to catch passionfruit coral trout in Australia
No seasonal pattern for passionfruit coral trout yet. Seasons shift with water temperature and local conditions — check state fisheries advice and recent local reports before planning a trip.
Where to catch: passionfruit coral trout fishing spots in Australia
No mapped spots or marks for passionfruit coral trout yet. As waypoints are added that list this species, they'll appear here.