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Fishing Rules by Species
Rock Lobster and Crab
Abalone Fishing
Scalefish and Shark
Fish Species Information
Recreational Scallop Fishing
Tuna Fishing
Other Fisheries
Protected Species
Cooking Fish
Hot Fishing Spots

Recreational Fishing Rules by Species

Fish illustration by Peter GouldthorpeTasmania has a large range of marine fish species and for most species there are different rules to follow when fishing. Below are the rules for commonly caught recreational fish including scalefish, rock lobster and scallops. Find information about how to measure and handle fish, size and bag limits, gear you can use, area restrictions and useful fish facts on popular recreational species.

Rock Lobster and Crab
Licences, gear restrictions, area restrictions, size, bag and possession limits apply for rock lobster (crayfish).
Abalone Fishing
Licences, area restrictions, size, bag and possessions limits apply.
Scalefish and Shark
Regulations relating to recreational scalefish and shark fishing including area, gear, size and possession limits.
Fish Species Information
Facts about Tasmania's recreational and commercial fish species.
Recreational Scallop Fishing
Includes information on scallop licence, season dates, bag and possession limits and area restrictions.
Tuna Fishing
Tuna fishing in Tasmania off popular spots such as Eaglehawk Neck attracts recreational fishers from around the world for spectacular gamefishing acti...
Other Fisheries
Other popular recreational fisheries including oysters, mussels, clams, seaweed collecting, shell collection and home aquariums.
Protected Species
Tasmania's protected fish species.
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