Species
Yellowtail Blue Snapper
Paracaesio xanthura
Tier 5Eating7/10medium tackleNSWQLDWA
0 waypoints~20–35 cm typical
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Overview: about yellowtail blue snapper
Medium-sized reef snapper found over offshore reefs in NSW, QLD and WA, putting up a decent fight on lighter tackle. Target with small jigs, soft plastics or metal slices in 10-100m, often schooling near baitfish and structure. Good to eat, but be prepared for picky feeding habits.
Biology: Yellowtail Blue Snapper size, diet & habitat
- Habitat
- Offshore, Reef
- Typical size
- 20–35 cm (max 50 cm)
- Depth range
- 5–250 m
- Diet
- zooplankton and is found at depths between
- Global range
- Indo-Pacific
How to target: Yellowtail Blue Snapper angling strategies
Generally fished with medium tackle — match gear to the conditions and the size of fish you expect. No targeting tips for yellowtail blue snapper yet — match your gear to the habitat and expected fish size, and check recent local reports before a trip.
Best season: when to catch yellowtail blue snapper in Australia
No seasonal pattern for yellowtail blue snapper yet. Seasons shift with water temperature and local conditions — check state fisheries advice and recent local reports before planning a trip.
Where to catch: yellowtail blue snapper fishing spots in Australia
No mapped spots or marks for yellowtail blue snapper yet. As waypoints are added that list this species, they'll appear here.