Where to fish
A destination match is not yet verified. The country records below describe occurrence, not a confirmed local fishing trip.
Explore the trip libraryLocal names
A name can refer to different fish in different places.
| Name | Region | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Black cod | Australia | Reference |
| Black rockcod | Australia | Reference |
| Mérou troussequin | Global · French | Reference |
| Mero montado | Spain · Spanish | Reference |
| Saddled rockcod | Australia | Reference |
| Saddled cod | Australia | Reference |
| Saddled grouper | Hawaii | Reference |
| Saddletail cod | Australia | Reference |
| Saddletail grouper | Australia | Reference |
| Saddletail grouper | Global | Reference |
| Southern rockcod | Australia | Reference |
| Spotted black groper | New Zealand | Reference |
| Spotted black grouper | Kermadec Is. | Reference |
Seasons
A species-wide fishing season is not verified. Use the destination guide and local agency for the water and dates you choose.
Regulations and identification
- Northern Territory — Northern Territory Government
Check the rules for the exact water, date, licence and fish identification. This link does not establish an open season.
- New South Wales — NSW fisheries
Check the rules for the exact water, date, licence and fish identification. This link does not establish an open season.
- New Zealand — Fish & Game New Zealand
Check the rules for the exact water, date, licence and fish identification. This link does not establish an open season.
Source records
Country occurrence records
Australia · Kermadec Is. · Lord Howe I. · New Zealand · Norfolk I.
A country record does not establish local abundance, fishing access or a legal target.