West Coast bioregion recreational catch
Recreational catch of dhufish in West Coast bioregion (includes the south-west zone) was higher in 2015/16 (97-129 t) compared with 2013/14 (69-94 t).
Recreational catch Blue Swimmer Crabs in West Coast bioregion (includes the south-west zone) in 2015/16 (36-50 t) was similar to 2013/14 (50-68 t).
Calls for action
- Adhere to fishing limits
- Catch only what you need not what you can
Data Source
- Ryan, K.L., Hall, N.G., Lai, E.K., Smallwood, C.B., Taylor, S.M. and Wise, B.S. 2017. Statewide survey of boat-based recreational fishing in Western Australia 2015/16. Fisheries Research Report No. 287. Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development, WA.
Disclaimer
Please note that the West Coast region is larger than the South West Zone