The status of all fish assessed in Port Phillip Bay in 2023-2024 was Fair and the trend is Improving. This status is informed by available time-series data provided by the Victorian Fisheries Authority (VFA) for Southern Sand Flathead, King George Whiting and Snapper. The confidence score for this data is High. The status was calculated using a Biological Quality Ratio (BQR) from data provided by VFA. For more detail on how this status was calculated view the methodology section. The status of fish will be assessed and updated in line with VFA stock assessment reporting periods every 2 years. View the latest VFA stock assessment review.
Data Source: Victorian Fisheries Authority (VFA)
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