Fin fish closures are designed to protect coral reef fin fish such as Coral Trout. During their spawn period, Coral Trout aggregate in breeding schools. Closed seasons prevent anglers from fishing at certain times of the year to protect fin fish species at vulnerable times in their life cycle, such as during spawning seasons. Fishing is banned during these times. Fin fish closures occur:
12 October 2023 to 16 October 2023
10 November 2023 to 14 November 2023
Norseman does not run its fishing tour to the reef during these periods.