Other names: Silver bream, Tarwhine, Yellowfin bream
The goldlined seabream, Rhabdosargus sarba, is a coastal marine fish found in the Indo-West Pacific region. It features a silver body with distinct gold lines. This species frequents estuaries and rocky shorelines and is popular among anglers for its sporting qualities and availability in diverse habitats.
Other names
Silver bream, Tarwhine, Yellowfin bream
Length
~45" (max 80)
Weight
~1" (max 12)
Water
Salt
Water Temp
20-29° F
Depth
60 ft
Crabs
Garfish
Mullet
Mussels
Pilchards
Prawns
YabbiesAlways open
10
25 cm
Total length
Goldlined seabream inhabit coastal waters, often entering estuaries
They are commonly found in shallow waters and rocky pools
Juveniles prefer estuaries and move to deeper waters as they mature
Their diet includes benthic invertebrates and aquatic plants
Typically, sexes are separate, but some individuals may change sex depending on the region
Spawning occurs in warmer waters, often near estuaries and coastal regions
Eggs hatch into larvae that remain in sheltered areas before moving to deeper waters
Adults can be solitary or form small schools, feeding primarily on mollusks and other benthic organisms
