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West Coast Demersal Closure in Effect
Goldband Snapper is part of the West Coast demersal scalefish closure. Boat-based recreational fishing for this species is prohibited until Spring 2027.
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West Coast Closed
Goldband Snapper
Pristipomoides multidens
Also known as: Goldies, Goldbanded Jobfish
DPIRD Category
Demersal Scalefish
Peak Season
Year round
Difficulty
Moderate
Fight Rating
★★★☆☆
Regulations & Limits
DEMERSAL SCALEFISH
⚖️ Mixed Species Limit Applies
Goldband Snapper count towards your total demersal scalefish bag limit. You can keep a maximum of 2 demersal scalefish total statewide.
Limits by Bioregion
West Coast
CLOSED
Species not commonly found in this region
South Coast
N/A
Species not commonly found in this region
Gascoyne
OPEN
Min Size
—
Individual Limit
3 fish
Mixed Limit
Within 5 demersal total
✓ Open year-round.
Pilbara
N/A
Species not commonly found in this region
North Coast (Kimberley)
OPEN
Min Size
—
Individual Limit
3 fish
Mixed Limit
Within 5 demersal total
✓ Open year-round.
Good to Know
- Part of tropical snappers group (Family Lutjanidae)
ℹ️ Regulations can change. Always verify current rules at rules.fish.wa.gov.au
Size & Weight
| Typical Size | 50 cm |
| Max Size | 80 cm |
| Typical Weight | 3 kg |
| Max Weight | 10 kg |
Habitat
Where: Deep reef structures, offshore pinnacles
Depth: 80-200m
ID Features: Gold/yellow bands along body, pinkish coloration, forked tail
Season
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Peak
Available
Poor
Peak: Year round | Water Temp: 22 – 28°C
How to Catch Goldband Snapper
1
Deep dropping
Setup
- Line: PE5-8 / 30-50kg
- Leader: 80-130lb fluoro
Top Lures
- Heavy jigs 300-500g
- Knife jigs
- Electric reel essential
Best Baits
- Squid
- Whole fish
- Fish strips
Eating Quality
Flesh: White, firm
Best cooked: Grilled, pan fried, sashimi - premium eating
The Fight
Steady pull from depth, not a strong fighter