Inland Fisheries Service News
eDNA: A NEW TOOL TO ESTABLISH INVASIVE SPECIES ERADICATION SUCCESS
A group of researchers from the University of Canberra has examined how environmental DNA (eDNA) surveys can be used as a cost-effective method to detect invasive species present at low densities. Published today in the Journal for Applied Ecology, the research looked at the invasive European carp, Cyprinus carpio, in two Tasmanian lakes that have...
Early season fishing options
One of the most productive methods of catching trout early in the season is bait fishing in our rivers. Bait fishing is an ideal way to spend relaxing time away from our busy modern life with friends and family. There are many rivers around the state that are ideal for bait fishing. Some suggestions include...
IFS supports boating safety
The Inland Fisheries Service installed and maintains navigation lights at 30 popular boat ramps around Tasmania. The navigation lights are automatically activated on dusk and operate throughout the night enabling anglers to return to the ramp in low light. The white flashing lights are visible at up to 2 nautical miles from the ramp. Installed...
Preparations to complete carp eradication
Despite the rugged, cold conditions over the last few weeks, the Carp Management Program is starting to ramp up with gear preparations for the coming carp season. This involved inspecting and repairing the 14 kilometres of barrier net blocking carp spawning sites in the wetlands. Several kilometres of gill net was also repaired, which included...
Pond repairs at Salmon Ponds
Clay has been imported and placed to stop erosion of the banks in the Long Pond at the Salmon Ponds commenced. The Long Pond is the feature pond when you enter the historic gardens and is known for its display of large rainbow trout up to 5kg. It was starting to show signs of wear...
