Species Snapshot: Murray Cod
One of the largest freshwater fish in the world the Murray cod can grow to over 100kg. Living around fallen tree structure, the Murray cod is a powerful predator with a massive mouth – able to eat anything that will fit! Lure casting and trolling are the most popular ways to target these fish. In recent years, surface fishing at night has become very popular. Found in the Murray-Darling Basin, this inland species has an iconic reputation as a ‘river monster’ and is sort after by sports anglers.
Stocking programmes exist for this fish, and you can find them in many inland lakes.
- LENGTH: 40cm – 1.2m+
- DISTRIBUTION: VIC, NSW, SA, QLD – Rivers and Lakes
- HOTSPOTS: Copeton Dam, Lake Mulwala, Lake Murray River, Nagambie, Burrinjuck Dam, Pindari Dam, Wyangala Dam.
- FISHING TYPE: Medium to large hard, surface and soft body lures. Fresh baits such as yabbies and worms.