top of page
PLACES TO STAY
Reserve your Wilderness Retreat
Australian Bass (Macquaria novemaculeata) in the wild
near Hawkesbury River, Australia

Hawkesbury River, Australia is one of the top spots to sight Australian Bass (Macquaria novemaculeata) in the wild. Below are the best-rated places to stay within 25 km, plus tips for spotting nearby.

Australian Bass (Macquaria novemaculeata)

BEST TIME TO SEE

June-August. Winter spawning in estuaries triggers migration from freshwater rivers increasing bass activity.

SIGHTING TIP

Hire local fishing guides to catch bass in estuarine waters near Wisemans Ferry, Tewantin, Marlo during early morning.

Coordinates

33.4000°S, 150.9000°E

HABITAT

Freshwater rivers/streams most of year; estuaries for spawning

CONSERVATION STATUS

Least Concern

Hotels and Stays Nearby

Within 25 Km

Guided Wildlife Tours & Things to Do Nearby

tour image

Tour Title

Tour Ratings

Tour Price

paw print_edited.png

Species

Tour Title

Tour Ratings

paw print_edited.png

Species

Tour Title

Tour Ratings

bottom of page