Fresh & salt
Estuary Perch
Macquaria colonorum
- Peak season
- Spring and Summer (September-March)
- Length range
- 15–50 cm
- Weight range
- 0.2–3 kg
- Typical depth
- 0–10 m
Habitat
Coastal rivers, estuaries, and brackish lagoons of southeastern Australia. Found around fallen timber and rocky structure.
Behavior
Ambush predator that hides around submerged timber and rocky structure. Feeds on shrimp, small fish, and insects at dawn and dusk.
Best techniques
- Small surface lures around snags
- Soft plastics on light jig head
- Fly fishing with small streamers
- Live bait near structure
