Species
Western Rock Lobster
Panulirus cygnus
Also known as WA crayfish · panulirus
Tier 2Eating10/10ultralight tackleWA
0 waypoints25–40 cm (max 60 cm) typical
Regulations
WA8 cm min · bag 8
| State | Size | Bag |
|---|---|---|
| WA | 8 cm min | 8 |
carapace length; licence required | ||
Regulations change. Always verify with the relevant state fisheries authority before fishing.
Overview: about western rock lobster
WA's iconic spiny lobster, the basis of Australia's most valuable single-species commercial fishery. Caught by rec divers and trap-and-pot in season along the WA west coast. Licence and gear restrictions apply.
Biology: Western Rock Lobster size, diet & habitat
- Habitat
- Inshore, Reef
- Typical size
- 25–40 cm (max 60 cm)
- Weight
- 0.5–5 kg
- Depth range
- 1–120 m
- Diet
- molluscs, crustaceans, urchins
- Most active
- nocturnal
- Global range
- Western Australia
How to target: Western Rock Lobster angling strategies
Generally fished with ultralight tackle — match gear to the conditions and the size of fish you expect.
- diving on reef in season
- baited pots in licensed areas
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