Species
Tasmanian Giant Freshwater Crayfish
Astacopsis gouldi
Tier 5Eating8/10ultralight tackleEndangeredTAS
0 waypoints~30–50 cm typical
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Overview: about tasmanian giant freshwater crayfish
World's largest freshwater crayfish, endemic to northern TAS rivers. Protected species — totally no-take across its range. Conservation status Endangered.
Biology: Tasmanian Giant Freshwater Crayfish size, diet & habitat
- Habitat
- River
- Typical size
- 30–50 cm (max 80 cm)
- Weight
- 1–6 kg
- Depth range
- 0–5 m
- Diet
- detritus, invertebrates, vertebrates
- Most active
- nocturnal
- Global range
- Northern Tasmania
How to target: Tasmanian Giant Freshwater Crayfish angling strategies
Generally fished with ultralight tackle — match gear to the conditions and the size of fish you expect.
- no-take — protected
Best season: when to catch tasmanian giant freshwater crayfish in Australia
No seasonal pattern for tasmanian giant freshwater crayfish yet. Seasons shift with water temperature and local conditions — check state fisheries advice and recent local reports before planning a trip.
Where to catch: tasmanian giant freshwater crayfish fishing spots in Australia
No mapped spots or marks for tasmanian giant freshwater crayfish yet. As waypoints are added that list this species, they'll appear here.