Protected and no-take species
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Protected species
Grey nurse sharks, whales, porpoises, dugongs, turtles, dolphins and crocodiles are protected under the Nature Conservation Act 1992 – these are no-take species in Queensland waters.
No-take species
The following species are no take. If accidentally caught, they must be immediately and carefully returned to the water unharmed.
Queensland also has closed seasons and closed waters in place.
Identify your catch
Not sure which fish species you have caught?
- Download the Qld Fishing 2.0 app.
- Visit our fish species identification page.
Your catch counts
Record your catch today to keep Queensland waters thriving for tomorrow.