Fishing Queensland: State Government bans catching of Snapper and pearl Perch for one month

Fishers will be banned from catching two of the most popular types of fish by the State Government which has revealed its reasons behind the move.

FISHERS will be banned from catching two of the most popular types of fish by the State Government.

Both snapper and pearl perch will be “no take” species in Queensland waters for one month, beginning on July 15.

Fisheries Minister Mark Furner said this new closure would apply to all fishers – commercial, charter and recreational.

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Snapper.

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“This seasonal closure is similar to spawning closures for barramundi and reef fin fish species, which have been critical to ensuring the sustainability of these fisheries,” he said.

“During this closure, I encourage fishers to target other species and take advantage of the fish aggregating devices (FADs) that have been installed along the South East Queensland coast.

“We are taking this step because snapper and pearl perch stocks are depleted and we need to take the pressure off. To ensure there are fish for future, we need to take action now.”

The ban ends at 11.59pm on August 15.