Species
School Prawn
Metapenaeus macleayi
Tier 3Eating9/10ultralight tackleNSWQLD
0 waypoints~8–12 cm typical


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No school prawn 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.
Common east-coast estuarine prawn of NSW and southern QLD, central to the commercial prawn trawl fishery. Cast-netted by rec anglers in summer for bait and a feed. Excellent eating.
Generally fished with ultralight tackle — match gear to the conditions and the size of fish you expect.
No seasonal pattern for school prawn 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 school prawn yet. As waypoints are added that list this species, they'll appear here.