Species
Roe's Abalone
Haliotis roei
Also known as brownlip abalone
Tier 4Eating9/10ultralight tackleSAWA
0 waypoints6–10 cm (max 14 cm) typical
Regulations
WA6 cm min · bag 20
| State | Size | Bag |
|---|---|---|
| WA | 6 cm min | 20 |
very short controlled season | ||
Regulations change. Always verify with the relevant state fisheries authority before fishing.
Overview: about roe's abalone
Small southwest WA abalone, the basis of a unique Perth metropolitan rec dive fishery with very short controlled seasons. Smaller than blacklip and greenlip but no less prized.
Biology: Roe's Abalone size, diet & habitat
- Habitat
- Reef
- Typical size
- 6–10 cm (max 14 cm)
- Weight
- 0.1–0.3 kg
- Depth range
- 0–10 m
- Diet
- algae
- Global range
- Southern Western Australia
How to target: Roe's Abalone angling strategies
Generally fished with ultralight tackle — match gear to the conditions and the size of fish you expect.
- wading and free-diving in short open seasons
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More information: roe's abalone references & sources
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