Species
Silver Toadfish
Lagocephalus sceleratus
Also known as Giant Toadfish · Giant Toado · North-West Blowfish · Silver Pufferfish · Silver-Checked Toadfish · Silver-Stripe Pufferfish
Tier 5light tackleQLDWA
0 waypoints~16–28 cm typical
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Range & spots
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Overview: about silver toadfish
Small to medium-sized inshore and reef fish found in QLD and WA, putting up a decent fight on light tackle. Target with small baits or jigs in 10-50m, around reefs and structure. Not for the dinner plate, as they're highly toxic if eaten.
Biology: Silver Toadfish size, diet & habitat
- Habitat
- Inshore, Offshore, Pelagic, Reef
- Typical size
- 16–28 cm (max 40 cm)
- Diet
- benthic invertebrates
- Global range
- Indo-West Pacific
How to target: Silver Toadfish angling strategies
Generally fished with light tackle — match gear to the conditions and the size of fish you expect. No targeting tips for silver toadfish yet — match your gear to the habitat and expected fish size, and check recent local reports before a trip.
Best season: when to catch silver toadfish in Australia
No seasonal pattern for silver toadfish yet. Seasons shift with water temperature and local conditions — check state fisheries advice and recent local reports before planning a trip.
Where to catch: silver toadfish fishing spots in Australia
No mapped spots or marks for silver toadfish yet. As waypoints are added that list this species, they'll appear here.