Be the first.
No redfin perch catches logged yet — log one and you'll be recognised here.
Introduced European perch — widely established and declared a pest in many southern Australian waters (VIC, NSW, TAS, SA, WA). Targeted with small lures, soft plastics, bait and flies in lakes and slower rivers. Excellent eating but illegal to release alive in most states.
Generally fished with ultralight tackle — match gear to the conditions and the size of fish you expect.
No seasonal pattern for redfin perch yet. Seasons shift with water temperature and local conditions — check state fisheries advice and recent local reports before planning a trip.
65 mapped fishing spots, marks and waypoints for redfin perch across Australia, covering land-based fishing, estuary fishing, offshore and bluewater fishing, freshwater fishing and impoundment fishing. Each location below links through to access notes and coordinates.