Species
Eastern Pigfish
Bodianus frenchii
Tier 4Eating7/10light tackleNSWVICSAWATAS
0 waypoints~30–45 cm typical


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No eastern pigfish catches logged yet — log one and you'll be recognised here.
This species is in the catalog but not yet linked to any mapped waypoint.
Striking red-and-yellow southern Australian wrasse, common on reef in NSW, VIC, TAS and SA. Often caught as bycatch on light bait gear. Pretty but small.
Generally fished with light tackle — match gear to the conditions and the size of fish you expect.
No seasonal pattern for eastern pigfish yet. Seasons shift with water temperature and local conditions — check state fisheries advice and recent local reports before planning a trip.
No mapped spots or marks for eastern pigfish yet. As waypoints are added that list this species, they'll appear here.