Rum Jungle Lake Fish Release 2023

June 21, 2023

Additional Barramundi Released at Lake Rum Jungle

NT Fisheries this week released 25 larger barramundi and 80 fingerlings into Lake Rum Jungle on Monday 19th June 2023. This is in addition to the 300 fingerlings released during June 2022 at the Lake.

The 25 larger fish are all approx. 50cm long and are all tagged with a green tag. Should you catch one, please call the number on the tag and quote the reference number to receive a lure set for your efforts. The 80 fingerlings that were released are all 10cms in length.

Fisheries are more than happy with the condition and health of the lake and are looking to make further fish release in coming years!

Students from Batchelor Area School were in attendance as part of their school curriculum to observe and detail the release program.

Quotes from Council's Acting CEO Natasha Chapman

"Council is thrilled to be involved in the Barramundi Release Project at Rum Jungle Lake."

"The larger tagged Barramundi released off an immediate fishing and outdoor recreation opportunities to the public."

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