Where are the snapper biting in Auckland?

Waiheke and the Bottom End Favoured particularly by East Auckland fishers, this area can produce spectacular fishing. Most anglers fish the deep channel at the bottom end but good snapper can be caught straylining close in to Waiheke, at Gannet, or in by the many mussel farms which dot the bottom end.

Where are the snapper biting?

Snapper are a grazing fish and usually feed whilst they are on the move. This principle is true for both their feeding habits, snapper feed on the bottom for Octopus, crab and other crustaceans and will also feed mid column when hunting squid or small bait fish.

Where are the fish Hauraki?

They are: most commonly found at depths of 15m to 60m but can also be found down to about 200m. most common in warmer waters around New Zealand – especially in the Hauraki Gulf. the dominant fish in northern inshore communities.

What is the fishing like in the Hauraki Gulf?

Great area to softbait through during the summer. Plenty of table fish and the odd bigger one to be taken, especially in spring. Fishes best mid-tide when the current is running.

How do you catch snapper in the Hauraki Gulf?

Nuclear Chicken soft-bait, too. Red and green seems to be the winning colour combo when fishing for Hauraki Gulf snapper. This lure is fished by dropping it to the bottom, winding up a few metres and then dropping down again. Repeat this action until you hook a fish or the line angles away with the current too much.

How deep is the Hauraki Gulf?

197′
Hauraki Gulf / Tīkapa Moana/Max depth

What is the best time to fish for snapper?

Early morning and evening is the best time for snapper, since many fish feed at night and rely on low light for camouflage, especially in shallow water.

Where are the fish biting in Victoria?

Port Phillip and Western Port Bay are considered Victoria’s Snapper Hotspots.

What animals live in Hauraki Gulf?

8 native species you could see in the Hauraki Gulf this summer

Bryde’s whale.
Tākapu/Australasian gannet.
Tuatara.
Pākaha/Fluttering shearwater.
Tūturiwhatu/New Zealand Dotterel.
Takahē
Common dolphins.
Saddleback/Tīeke.

What eats snapper in the Hauraki Gulf?

When they grow up, snapper have few predators except for humans. During the juvenile stage, however, they are prey for many other animals including shorebirds, sharks and fish like John Dory, kahawai and even adult snapper.

Where can I find New Zealand fishing reports?

Fishing reports and regular fishing updates from many areas around New Zealand and the Pacific Islands are posted by a number of charter operators, fishing guides and others on our main reports section. You can post your own fishing report by visiting our reports section in the discussion forum here: Saltwater Reports Freshwater Reports

Where to go fly fishing in New Zealand?

The Central Plateau in New Zealand’s North Island is legendary for its big rainbow trout. Some of the best fishing spots are to be found off the beaten track. Visit the famous Tongariro River, epic Lake Taupo and lively Rotorua on this week-long fly-fishing itinerary.

Why are there brown trout on the North Island?

The North Island’s ability to do so comes from a temperate climate, year-round growth, and genetics that have not been tampered with by hatchery stocks. While brown trout make up a smaller proportion of fisheries, they too benefit from the same conditions and can grow even larger.

Where can I post my own fishing reports?

You can post your own fishing report by visiting our reports section in the discussion forum here: Saltwater Reports Freshwater Reports If you would like to receive automatic e-mail notification any time a new report is loaded for a particular region – click here and check the box for regions and types of fishing you’re interested in.