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Tuna Fishing

Fish illustration by Peter GouldthorpeTuna fishing in Tasmania off popular spots such as Eaglehawk Neck and St Helens attracts recreational fishers from around the world. Close fishing grounds off the east and south east coasts provide spectacular game fishing action for these large, fast swimming fish. Find out all you need to know about tuna species, gear, bag and possession limits for albacore, southern bluefin tuna, skipjack and yellowfin tuna.

Tuna Fishing in Tasmania - Overview
Information about gamefishing for tuna in Tasmania including species identification, rules, size, bag and possession limits.

Tuna Species Identification, Size and Possession Limits
How to identify tuna species caught in Tasmania and information on tuna size and possession limits.

Tuna Fishing Gear
A description of tuna fishing gear and how to use it.

Catching, Handling and Releasing your Tuna Catch
Tips on the best way to catch and release your tuna, tips for tuna survival and how to handle tuna you are going to keep.

Good Tuna Fishing Practices including Reducing Seal Interactions
Tips on how to fish for tuna responsibly including thinking of other fishers, how to clean your fish and reducing interactions with seals.


 
See the following pages for more information on Tasmanian recreational fishing rules and regulations:
Licences
Fishing Seasons
Bag and Possession Limits
Gear Restrictions
Area Restrictions


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