Species
Western Blue Groper
Achoerodus gouldii
Tier 3Eating7/10heavy tackleVulnerableVICSAWATAS
0 waypoints50–90 cm (max 175 cm) typical
Regulations
SA60 cm min · bag 1WA
| State | Size | Bag |
|---|---|---|
| SA | 60 cm min | 1 |
| WA | — | — |
totally protected south coast; verify regional rules | ||
Regulations change. Always verify with the relevant state fisheries authority before fishing.
Overview: about western blue groper
Iconic southern WA wrasse, much-loved blue giants of southern reefs from Lancelin around to SA. Totally protected in WA west of Black Point. Where rec take is allowed, very restricted. Reaches over a metre.
Biology: Western Blue Groper size, diet & habitat
- Habitat
- Reef
- Typical size
- 50–90 cm (max 175 cm)
- Weight
- 5–40 kg
- Depth range
- 0–65 m
- Diet
- crustaceans, molluscs
- Global range
- Southern Australia
How to target: Western Blue Groper angling strategies
Generally fished with heavy tackle — match gear to the conditions and the size of fish you expect.
- heavy bait around reef (release recommended)
Conservation
IUCN: Vulnerable
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