Pink Snapper


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WA and SA name for the same fish east-coasters call snapper. Targeted over reefs, gravel bottom and shellfish beds with bait and soft plastics, particularly on slack tides. Shark Bay and Cockburn Sound have legendary fisheries with strict seasonal closures — always verify state rules.
Generally fished with medium tackle — match gear to the conditions and the size of fish you expect.
Seasons shift with water temperature and local conditions, so check recent reports before a trip.
30 mapped fishing spots, marks and waypoints for pink snapper across Australia, covering land-based fishing, rock fishing, estuary fishing and offshore and bluewater fishing. Each location below links through to access notes and coordinates.