Fishing for Surf bream

Acanthopagrus australis

The surf bream is a coastal fish known for its deep, laterally compressed body and silvery coloration. Typically reaching 12-16 inches and weighing 2-4 pounds, it inhabits estuaries and coastal waters. Its diet consists of crustaceans, mollusks, and small fish. Surf bream are social, often forming schools and displaying opportunistic feeding behavior. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater / Mixed

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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Cleveland Bay

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Rose Bay

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Coomera River

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