Species
Yellowbelly Flounder
Rhombosolea leporina
Tier 5light tackle
0 waypoints~18–31 cm typical
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Overview: about yellowbelly flounder
Delicate-flavoured yellowbelly flounder found in NZ's inshore and offshore waters, growing to 45cm. Target with small jigs or bait in 30-50m over seafloor habitat. A prized catch for its eating quality and delicate taste.
Biology: Yellowbelly Flounder size, diet & habitat
- Habitat
- Estuary, Inshore, Offshore, Pelagic
- Typical size
- 18–31 cm (max 45 cm)
- Depth range
- 30–50 m
- Diet
- the seafloor
- Global range
- endemic to New Zealand
How to target: Yellowbelly Flounder angling strategies
Generally fished with light tackle — match gear to the conditions and the size of fish you expect. No targeting tips for yellowbelly flounder yet — match your gear to the habitat and expected fish size, and check recent local reports before a trip.
Best season: when to catch yellowbelly flounder in Australia
No seasonal pattern for yellowbelly flounder yet. Seasons shift with water temperature and local conditions — check state fisheries advice and recent local reports before planning a trip.
Where to catch: yellowbelly flounder fishing spots in Australia
No mapped spots or marks for yellowbelly flounder yet. As waypoints are added that list this species, they'll appear here.