Species
Ribbonfish
Trichiurus lepturus
Also known as dealfish · frostfish
Tier 4Eating6/10light tackleNSWQLDWANT
0 waypoints~80–130 cm typical


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No ribbonfish 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.
Long silver eel-like fish caught in deeper inshore and shelf waters, sometimes off jetties at night across northern Australia. Sharp teeth — handle carefully. Mostly used as bait.
Generally fished with light tackle — match gear to the conditions and the size of fish you expect.
No seasonal pattern for ribbonfish 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 ribbonfish yet. As waypoints are added that list this species, they'll appear here.