West Coast demersal scalefish – information for recreational fishers

West Coast demersal scalefish closure

In the West Coast bioregion, recreational fishing for demersal scalefish by boat is prohibited until Spring 2027. This is in place to support the recovery of the West Coast demersal scalefish resource.

These measures do not apply to land-based recreational fishers (fishing by line or spearfishing), who can continue to fish for demersal scalefish year round, outside of existing spawning closures. Note that land-based spearfishers are not permitted to fish for WA dhufish.

The recreational fishing guide is also available from DPIRD offices.