Species
Eastern Striped Trumpeter
Pelates octolineatus
Tier 5Eating5/10ultralight tackleNSWQLDWA
0 waypoints~10–18 cm typical
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Overview: about eastern striped trumpeter
Small striped tropical-subtropical fish of inshore Australian waters, often called 'striped grunter'. Mostly a bait species; tiny catches near pylons and jetties.
Biology: Eastern Striped Trumpeter size, diet & habitat
- Habitat
- Estuary, Inshore
- Typical size
- 10–18 cm (max 22 cm)
- Weight
- 0.05–0.15 kg
- Depth range
- 0–30 m
- Diet
- small invertebrates
- Global range
- Indo-West Pacific
How to target: Eastern Striped Trumpeter angling strategies
Generally fished with ultralight tackle — match gear to the conditions and the size of fish you expect.
- bait incidental
Best season: when to catch eastern striped trumpeter in Australia
No seasonal pattern for eastern striped trumpeter yet. Seasons shift with water temperature and local conditions — check state fisheries advice and recent local reports before planning a trip.
Where to catch: eastern striped trumpeter fishing spots in Australia
No mapped spots or marks for eastern striped trumpeter yet. As waypoints are added that list this species, they'll appear here.