Fishing by Species

Specific rules apply when fishing for some species such as rock lobster, abalone and scallops.

Rock Lobster and Crab
Licences, catch reporting, gear restrictions, area restrictions, size, bag and possession limits apply for rock lobster (crayfish) in Tasmania.
Abalone
Licences, catch limits, gear and area restrictions apply for recreational abalone fishing.
Scallop Fishing
Information on recreational scallop licence, season dates, bag limits and area restrictions in Tasmania.
Shellfish and Shell Collecting
Bag limits, protected species and safe eating advice for recreationally collected shellfish such as mussels, clams and oysters.
Seaweed Collection
Collection of cast seaweed for private use.
Protected Species
Tasmania's protected fish species.

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