Caught a tagged fish?

IMAS has a number of projects that involve the tagging of various marine species. Here's what to do if you've caught something with a tag attached.

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Tagged fish

Types of tags used: T-bar tag | Plastic tag | Acoustic tag

Record info about the tagged fish

If you happen to catch a tagged fish, please record the following information:

  • tag number
  • type of fish
  • size of fish
  • sex of fish (for lobsters)
  • where you caught it
  • date you caught it

You can report this to IMAS info by:

The Department of Natural Resources and Environment Tasmania (NRE Tasmania, formerly DPIPWE) also explains the rules for keeping tagged rock lobster.

Not sure how to measure a rock lobster or work out its sex? Use the NRE Tasmania guide.

How to report tagged lobster catches:

Record size, sex, catch location and tag number and send the details to IMAS by:

  • Mobile: 0409 277 140
  • Email: fish.tag@utas.edu.au
  • Mail: Crustacean Research, Private Bag 49, Hobart TAS 7001

Tassie Fish Frame program

Recreational fishers have the opportunity to contribute to scientific research by donating fish frames to IMAS. These frames play a vital role in enhancing our understanding of various fish species.

IMAS researchers use the frames to assess the age, length, sex, maturity and breeding condition of the fish if the organs are intact. Currently, the program focuses on Sand flathead, striped trumpeter, snapper, yellowtail kingfish, and King George whiting.

Fishers interested in participating can freeze their frames, noting the date and location of capture, and drop them off at participating tackle stores around Tasmania.