Fishing for Australian bass

Percalates novemaculeatus
11K logged catches • 82K followers

The Australian bass is a freshwater fish known for its streamlined, silver-green body and distinct spiny dorsal fin. Typically measuring 12-18 inches and weighing 2-5 pounds, it inhabits coastal rivers and estuaries. Its diet consists of insects, crustaceans, and smaller fish. Australian bass are known for their migratory spawning behavior and are popular among anglers. This summary is AI generated

bushfish, Fishbrain angler since 2021

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Water type

Freshwater / Mixed

IUCN Status

Not evaluated

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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