How do you catch a trumpeter fish?

The vast majority of trumpeter are caught by boat anglers, either bait fishing or jigging. Bait anglers are best to use the ledger rig – sinker on the bottom with hooks on droppers. Proven baits include molluscs (shellfish, octopus and squid), mullet, kahawai, barracouta, blue cod and even the flesh of their own kind.

Is trumpeter a good eating fish?

Good to Eat? Yes, fantastic in fact! Striped Trumpeter tastes great grilled, sauteed, and steamed.

How do you catch striped trumpeters?

Line fishers favour baits such as fish and squid, however striped trumpeter will occasionally take a lure or fly. They are carnivorous and feed on crustaceans, fish, squid and octopus. Responsible fishing tips: If using a set line, use fewer hooks to avoid catching more than the possession limit.

Are bag limits per person?

Bag limit. Bag limit is the maximum number of fish per person per day. A maximum daily bag limit of 20 applies to any fish or invertebrate not included in the bag & size limit tables. They limit the number of fish that an individual angler can catch and keep in a 24 hour period.

Where can I catch a trumpeter fish in Australia?

Trumpeter are mainly caught in Tasmania, South Australia and Victoria. They are caught on droplines. They are also found in New Zealand and South American waters. Trumpeter spawn from late winter to early spring.

Where does the trumpeter whiting live in Australia?

The trumpeter whiting, Sillago maculata, (also known as the winter whiting or diver whiting) is a common species of coastal marine fish of the smelt-whiting family, Sillaginidae. The trumpeter whiting is endemic to Australia , inhabiting the eastern seaboard from southern New South Wales to northern Queensland .

What kind of fish is the trumpeter whiting?

Jump to navigation Jump to search. The trumpeter whiting, Sillago maculata, (also known as the winter whiting or diver whiting) is a common species of coastal marine fish of the smelt-whiting family, Sillaginidae. The trumpeter whiting is endemic to Australia, inhabiting the eastern seaboard from southern New South Wales to northern Queensland.

What kind of water does a trumpeter fish live in?

Trumpeter are often found in schools, associating with blue moki, copper moki and telescope fish. In summer, they are found in shallow water over foul ground at depths of 15 metres to 100 metres. During winter, trumpeter spawn and move into deeper water on the outer continental shelf.