Snapper fishing in South Australia
Snapper is an iconic fish in South Australia and a primary target species for the commercial, recreational and charter boat fishing sectors. The decline of Snapper stocks has been noted anecdotally by the recreational, commercial and charter sectors for several years and is supported by the latest science.
In 2019, tough decisions were announced to secure the long-term future of the Snapper fishery for all South Australian fishers.
Snapper fishing closures
The waters in the West Coast, Spencer Gulf and Gulf St Vincent regions () are closed to Snapper fishing until 31 January 2023.
Catching Snapper in the South East
Snapper fishing in South Australia is open from 1 February to 31 October each year in the South East ().
A Total Allowable Catch (TAC) for Snapper has been set across all sectors in the South East.
Find out more information on snapper catch limits and other conditions in the South East for:
What is PIRSA doing to replenish Snapper stocks?
Additional support measures have been established to support the need for urgent action to protect the future of Snapper stocks in South Australia. Find out more about the additional support measures.