Department of Agriculture and Fisheries Queensland news update
by Queensland Government 14 May 2023 21:25 UTC
Noxious Fish © Department of Agriculture and Fisheries
Would you know if you caught an invasive species?
An easy way to distinguish an invasive fish from a native freshwater fish is by looking at the dorsal fin. Invasive fish have a continuous dorsal fin, while native freshwater fish have a dent or gap separating the front of the dorsal fin from the rear.
You can help stop the spread:
- Don't return invasive fish to the water. If you catch an invasive fish, kill it humanely and dispose of it appropriately.
- Don't transfer invasive fish between waterways or use invasive fish as bait.
- Obtain a permit to stock fish. Buy fingerlings from a registered hatchery to minimise the chance of contamination with undesirable species.
Learn more here
The Qld Fishing 2.0 app has been updated!
You asked, we listened! The recreational fishing app has received an update.
- 'Can I fish here' updated so you can see when you are near or have reached a marine park zone
- Hyperlinks created from 'can I fish here' to relevant 'know the rules' sections
- New symbols added for species with temporary restrictions and pest fish
- New version notification added
- Fish Aggregating Devices (FAD) locations updated
- Great Barrier Reef Marine Park (GBRMP) Estuarine Conservation Zones added
- Stocked Impoundment Permit Scheme (SIPS) prices updated
- Australia Post outlets updated for fishing in SIPS
- Headings updated for GBRMP zoning in 'know the rules'
We made the improvements after receiving direct feedback from fishers.
There are more enhancements and updates to come, including recreational catch and shark depredation reporting. Update or download the Qld Fishing 2.0 app on Google Play and Apple app stores.
If you have feedback on the app, email us at QLDrecfishingapp.support@daf.qld.gov.au.