Fishing


Saltwater

Red Cod

40 - 70cm

800g - 2kg

Maori Name: Hoka | Scientific Name: Pseudophycis bachus

Red cod are found throughout New Zealand. They are more common in southern waters and caught mainly
in the Canterbury Bight and off Westland.
Spring and summer see red cod caught inshore before they move to deeper waters in the winter.

Options for checking NZ Fishing Rules:
• Check Legal Limits here
• Free text 'Red Cod' to 9889
• Download the free NZ Fishing Rules app:    • Apple devices    • Android devices


Send an Enquiry

Contact

recreationalfisheries@mpi.govt.nz

0800 47 62 24, To Report illegal fishing

mpi.govt.nz


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