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Barramundi
Lates calcarifer
Photo: Mitch Ames · CC BY-SA 4.0
Knowing the Barramundi (Lates calcarifer) well helps you decide where and when to dive for it. It usually frequents estuaries and river mouths and is found between 0 and 15 m, so it pays to adjust your search depth. It is usually solitary, which shapes how to approach it.
It's a demanding fish: it needs stealth and experience. In Apnaut you have its minimum legal size across 2 different zones. Always check your area's current regulations before taking it.
Behaviour: usually solitary.
Minimum legal size by zone
| Zone | Minimum size |
|---|---|
| Northern Territory | 55 cm |
| Queensland | 58 cm |
Where to catch it
Other names
Barramundi (es)
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum legal size for Barramundi?
It depends on the area. For example, Northern Territory: 55 cm; Queensland: 58 cm. See the full size-by-zone table above.
At what depth is Barramundi found?
Usually between 0 and 15 m, mostly over estuaries and river mouths.
Is it hard to spearfish on a single breath?
Its difficulty is “hard”. It is also usually solitary. In Apnaut you can log your catches and their size.
Log it in Apnaut
Add this species to your collection, log your catches with their size and check the legal minimum for your area, all from your phone.
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