Tag Cards for Game Fish Tagging
The Gold Coast Game Fish Club emphasises the importance of sustainable fishing practices through responsible game fish tagging. Our club employs NSW DPI Tag Cards to ensure accurate data collection and conservation of billfish, pelagic species, and sharks.
Obtain Your NSW DPI Tag Cards
All club members can access NSW DPI Tag Cards to participate in our tagging programs. These cards are essential for recording vital data that contributes to research and the conservation of game fish populations. You can collect your tag cards at our monthly meetings or by contacting the Club’s Captain.
Learn How to Tag Game Fish
Proper tagging is crucial for the effectiveness of research and conservation efforts. We encourage all our members to learn the correct tagging techniques to minimise harm to the fish and improve the quality of the data collected.
Pelagic Tag (A series)
Over 60cm for Tuna, Mackerel, Dolphinfish and Wahoo, and over 70cm for Kingfish.
Steel Head Shark Tag (S Series)
Sharks only.
Billfish Tag (B Series)
Marlin, Sailfish, Swordfish and Spearfish only.
Recommended Tagging Areas
The images below show the recommended tagging areas on game fish:
Visit the NSW DPI website for more information on tagging game fish and to ensure your contributions are valuable and impactful.
Support Game Fish Conservation
Participating in the tagging program and using NSW DPI Game Fish Tag Cards directly contributes to the conservation of game fish species and their habitats. Your involvement helps provide researchers with the data they need to make informed decisions and promote sustainable fishing practices.
Join us in our commitment to preserving the marine environment and ensuring the future of game fishing. Together, we can make a difference.