Species
Swordtail
Xiphophorus hellerii
Tier 5Eating3/10ultralight tackleNSWQLD
0 waypoints~5–10 cm typical
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Range & spots
No mapped spots for this species yet.
This species is in the catalog but not yet linked to any mapped waypoint.
Overview: about swordtail
Introduced ornamental species naturalised in QLD waterways. A pest species; must not be relocated. Caught only incidentally.
Biology: Swordtail size, diet & habitat
- Habitat
- Creek, River
- Typical size
- 5–10 cm (max 14 cm)
- Weight
- 0.01–0.04 kg
- Depth range
- 0–3 m
- Diet
- insects, algae
- Global range
- Native Central America; introduced Australia
How to target: Swordtail angling strategies
Generally fished with ultralight tackle — match gear to the conditions and the size of fish you expect.
- incidental capture
Best season: when to catch swordtail in Australia
No seasonal pattern for swordtail yet. Seasons shift with water temperature and local conditions — check state fisheries advice and recent local reports before planning a trip.
Where to catch: swordtail fishing spots in Australia
No mapped spots or marks for swordtail yet. As waypoints are added that list this species, they'll appear here.