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Exotic pest fish

Non-native fish should never be released into waterways. They compete with native species, greatly reducing native fish numbers and affecting their habitat.

Some fish pose such a grave danger that they have been declared noxious pests by Australian law. These fish cannot be kept, hatched, reared or sold.

Members of the public are encouraged to report any suspicious or unlawful activities relating to the catching or breeding of noxious fish to the 24-hour Fishwatch hotline on 1800 017 116.

Page maintained by Cassie France
Last reviewed 19 April 2007

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