Species
Sixband Parrotfish
Scarus frenatus
Also known as Bridled Parrotfish · Six-Banded Parrot-Fish · Six-Banded Parrotfish
Tier 5light tackleQLDWA
0 waypoints~19–33 cm typical
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Overview: about sixband parrotfish
Colourful reef fish found in QLD and WA bays and reefs, growing to 47cm. Target with small jigs, soft plastics or live baits in 1-25m over coral and weed. Good fighting fish for light tackle.
Biology: Sixband Parrotfish size, diet & habitat
- Habitat
- Bay, Reef
- Typical size
- 19–33 cm (max 47 cm)
- Depth range
- 1–25 m
- Global range
- Indo-West Pacific
How to target: Sixband Parrotfish angling strategies
Generally fished with light tackle — match gear to the conditions and the size of fish you expect. No targeting tips for sixband parrotfish yet — match your gear to the habitat and expected fish size, and check recent local reports before a trip.
Best season: when to catch sixband parrotfish in Australia
No seasonal pattern for sixband parrotfish yet. Seasons shift with water temperature and local conditions — check state fisheries advice and recent local reports before planning a trip.
Where to catch: sixband parrotfish fishing spots in Australia
No mapped spots or marks for sixband parrotfish yet. As waypoints are added that list this species, they'll appear here.