FishCare Brochures
FishCare Best Practice Guide
Here is the latest version of our FishCare – Best Practice brochure. We will update this as new content becomes available.
Billfish Best Practice Guide
Our new Billfish Best Practice Guide has been created with input from marine scientists, charter operators, and experienced billfish anglers. It outlines the best methods for catching, handling, and releasing these majestic fish to maximise their survival. Check out the guide for tips on safe handling, gear choices, and responsible fishing practices HERE.
Spearfishing and Diving Best Practice Guide
Our new Spearfishing and Diving Best Practice Guide was developed with input from experienced divers, marine scientists, and safety experts. It highlights essential tips on species selection, safe diving techniques, and ethical harvest practices. Explore the guide for advice on staying safe, minimising your impact, and protecting the underwater world HERE.
Southern Bluefin Tuna – Best Practice Guide
FishCare has produced a brochure on southern bluefin tuna best practice – handling, utilisation and safety. These magnificent fish need to be treated with care and respect by all fishers. Please note, the limit now for fishers is one fish per person.
Snapper & Crayfish Conservation
Snapper fishing in springtime – should we or shouldn’t we? This brochure discusses the pros and cons and also addresses the fragile state of the crayfish fishery in CRA2 area (East Cape to Ti Arai Point).
Kingfish Best Practice Guide
New Zealand has arguably the best kingfish fishery in the world. It’s in our best interests to know how to look after this economic and socially valuble species.
