Species
Trout Cod
Maccullochella macquariensis
Also known as bluenose cod
Tier 5Eating6/10light tackleEPBC: EndangeredEndangeredNSWVICACT
1 waypoint35–55 cm (max 85 cm) typical
Regulations
NSWbag 0VICbag 0
| State | Size | Bag |
|---|---|---|
| NSW | — | 0 |
Closed: FULLY PROTECTED — release immediately | ||
| VIC | — | 0 |
Closed: FULLY PROTECTED — release immediately | ||
Regulations change. Always verify with the relevant state fisheries authority before fishing.
Overview: about trout cod
Endangered native cod of the southern Murray-Darling, now restricted to a few waters in VIC and NSW. Closed to all fishing in most of its range — strict no-take rules apply. If accidentally hooked, release immediately. Verify rules before targeting Murray cod in shared waters.
Biology: Trout Cod size, diet & habitat
- Habitat
- Freshwater, River
- Typical size
- 35–55 cm (max 85 cm)
- Weight
- 1–4 kg (max 16 kg)
- Depth range
- 0–15 m
- Diet
- small fish, yabbies, frogs
- Most active
- crepuscular
- Global range
- Murray-Darling Basin endemic (Maccullochella macquariensis)
How to target: Trout Cod angling strategies
Generally fished with light tackle — match gear to the conditions and the size of fish you expect.
- (PROTECTED — catch-and-release only) — sometimes caught incidentally on lures targeting Murray cod
Conservation
EPBC: EndangeredIUCN: Endangered
EPBC Endangered. Fully protected nationally — must be released.
Recent community catches: anglers who caught trout cod
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Where to catch: trout cod fishing spots in Australia
New South Wales1
More information: trout cod references & sources
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