Blue Salmon Catfish
The blue salmon catfish, Neoarius graeffei, is found in the Western Pacific, specifically northern Australia and southern New Guinea. Recognizable by its dark blue coloration, it inhabits freshwater rivers, lagoons, brackish estuaries, and coastal marine waters. This species is notable for its adaptability to different environments and is popular in fisheries.
Length~- (max 60)
WaterFresh, brackish
Water Temp11-38° F
Depth7-10 ft
- Other namesAustralian shark catfish, Salmon catfish, Lesser salmon catfish
- Length~- (max 60)
- WaterFresh, brackish
- Water Temp11-38° F
- Depth7-10 ft
Popular lures for Blue Salmon Catfish
Regulation for Blue Salmon Catfish
- SeasonAlways open
- Bag limit5
- Vessel limit-
- Trophy limits-
- Max size-
- Min size35 cm
- MeasurementTotal length
- Prohibited methods-
Living Conditions
🐟 Habitat preferences
- Inhabits freshwater rivers, brackish estuaries, and coastal marine waters
- Prefers sandy or gravel bottoms with vegetation
- Diet includes arthropods, insects, aquatic plants, mollusks, prawns, crayfish, fish, and detritus
- Juveniles form large schools in protected areas
♻️ Life cycle and mating behavior
- Spawning occurs from September to February
- Nests are constructed among gravel where eggs are deposited
- Does not exhibit parental care after egg laying
- Undertakes extensive anadromous migrations associated with breeding