Habitat
Found around Tasmania in depths up to 100 metres around structures including high profile rock reefs, as well as around wharves and jetties with strong current flows. They shelter in caves and crevices at night.
Fishing information
Butterfly perch form large schools and can be caught relatively easily. If you start catching them consider moving location as they give a strong bite with their relatively large mouth which can fool the angler into thinking bigger fish are in the area. More commonly encountered in summer and autumn.
Cooking
Although these fish are edible and tasty, it is rare to catch them at a size large enough to warrant filleting. Bake whole in foil.