Species
Rusty Jobfish
Aphareus rutilans
Also known as Ironjaw · Small-Toothed Job-Fish · Small-Toothed Jobfish
Tier 5heavy tackleNSWQLDWANT
0 waypoints44–77 cm (max 110 cm) typical
Overview: about rusty jobfish
Hard-fighting reef snapper found over coral reefs and offshore structure in NSW, QLD, WA, and NT. Target with jigs, large soft plastics, and live baits in 10-200m, using medium to heavy tackle. Big rusty jobfish are renowned for their strength and speed, making them a prized catch.
Biology: Rusty Jobfish size, diet & habitat
- Habitat
- Offshore, Reef
- Typical size
- 44–77 cm (max 110 cm)
- Weight
- up to 11.3 kg
- Depth range
- 10–330 m
- Diet
- fish, squid and crustaceans
- Global range
- Central Pacific
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