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The Rock Blackfish
Found along the east coast of
Australia from Noosa Heads in
Queensland to eastern
Victoria and dwell in rockpools, estuaries and rocky reefs. Rock blackfish are usually a dark brown colour as juveniles and uniformly black as adults.
Catching a Rock Blackfish
Use floated baits as these are typically used to keep tackle away from rough sea beds. Mix up a nice batch of berley consisting of stale bread, chicken pellets and the rock blackfish’s favourite cuisine - cabbage weed. Since the rock blackfish is a very strong fighter, diving for the seabed or making a beeline for a cave, double-strength hooks and lines from 6 to 15 kg breaking-strain are necessary.
Sport Value
Powerful and violent fish that often dives for shelter once hooked. This stubborn fish requires strong arm tactics to landTackle
Use stout rods, 10 to 20kg line and bobby corks to minimise tackle losses. No. 4 mustad or beak hooksBait
Cunjevoi flesh, cuttlefish, abalone gut, bass yabbies, bread, crab or prawns Eating a Rock Blackfish
Very good table qualities. Has tasty flesh, especially if it’s cleaned, skinned and filleted soon after being caught. Smaller fish ranging from a mere kilo to 3kgs are known to have better table qualities than large specimens.
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Recommended Reading for Rock Blackfish
Australian Fishing
We've got Australia Covered
A must have companiion to take on every fishing trip; this book covers all aspects of fishing, providing the essential information to help you catch that big one!
Fish Australia
Your guide to coastal and inland fishing!
Whether you are a beginner or an expert fisherman this is an essential companion. It's easy to use and packed with information on inland and coastal fishing throughout Australia.
This book is written by fishing writers with expert local knowledge and is full of tips on how to get you that perfect catch every time.
Fishing in New South Wales
Complete guide to fishing in NSW: comprehensive guide to coastal and inland fishing in New South Wales. Detailed maps, local fishing know-how, boating information, bait and tackle, and tips from the experts.
The Australian Fishing Companion
The Australian Fishing Companion is the ideal introduction to fishing in Australia.
It includes advice for successful coastal and inland fishing; fully-illustrated guide to bait and tackle, knots and rigs; illustrated identification guide to 100 of the most commonly caught fish as well as step-by-step instructions for preparing and cooking your catch.
Fishing in Queensland
This book is a guide to coastal and inland fishing in Queensland. Set out in four sections being Brisbane, Cairns Townsville and Rockhampton.Inlcudes information on how to fish, where to fish, identifying your catch, cooking your catch and more! This very easy to use guide also features full colour, maps, guide to local fish and full colour photo filleting tips.
Northern Territory Fish Finder Fishing Map
This Northern Territory fishing map has all the information you need to fish the Top End. Whether you are driving in yourself or intending to hire fishing guides or charter boats, this map will show you where the spots are and help you plan your trip.
Fishing and Camping Murrumbidgee River
Finding river access is often a problem along the Murrumbidgee. But with this guide you will find all the answers. Fishing and Camping Murrumbidgee River covers the section of river from Gundagai to Narrendera including Wantabadgery, Oura, Wagga Wagga, Currawarna and Galore.
How To Catch Barramundi DVD
This is an exciting new production designed for people who know little about barramundi.
The DVD is purely about how to catch wild barramundi, with an emphasis on the Northern Territory. You will learn about barramundi habits, where they live, how to fish northern rivers, wet season fishing, rig tying, barra lures and more.
What Fish Is That?
With 150 species identified and illustrated this guide will certainly be useful for all fisherman! Once this is in your tacklebox you'll be able to make an accurate idenfication on the spot!
Each page shows a picture of the fish, where it is usually located, a description, and the best method to make the catch!
