# QLD Fishing 2.0 > Queensland fishing regulations, species ID, and reporting tool. (iPhone/iPad app by Department of Primary Industries.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qld-fishing-20/id1533607550 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Department of Primary Industries](https://appshunter.io/developer/898124003) - Category: Lifestyle, Sports - Price: Free - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 14.0 · 37 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2020-10-01 - Data updated: 2026-08-24 - Monetization: free - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qld-fishing-20/id1533607550/reviews.md ## What is QLD Fishing 2.0? Using the new recreational fishing app, you can: - browse or search for fish species, view species description and scientific name - access and search Queensland’s fishing rules, including possession limits, size limits and closures - contact Fisheries Queensland and report unlawful fishing to the FishWatch hotline - opt-in to receive Fisheries Queensland notifications, including reminders about upcoming closures - purchase a permit to fish in one of our 63 stocked dams or weirs (via a link to the Australia Post SIPS sales platform) - access geotargeted fishing rules to help determine if fishing is allowed in a particular location. This feature uses location maps and spatial data - submit a photo of your catch and use the app’s artificial intelligence feature to assist in identifying the species The Fish ID tool is only available for a limited number of common Queensland fish species - learn more information about your catch through the provision of information such as species, size, approximate age, and compare the size of your fish to others. This ageing feature is only available for a limited number of common Queensland fish species - submit information, make an enquiry or complaint to Fisheries Queensland. You can use the new recreational fishing app when you are in a remote location or have limited mobile signal reception. The app uses cached species information and simplified mapping information as part of its offline functionality. The new recreational fishing app uses artificial intelligence to help you identify your catch. Help us grow the fish ID database so you get the most out of this new feature — the more images in the database, the more accurate the fish ID tool will be. ## Key features - Browse and search fish species - Access Queensland fishing rules - Report unlawful fishing - Receive closure notifications - Purchase stocked dam permits - Geotargeted fishing rules - AI-powered fish identification ## Recent user reviews (10 of 19) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qld-fishing-20/id1533607550/reviews.md ### 1/5 — How much did this project cost the taxpayer? *2024-09-07, version 2.1.0* ‘Can I fish here’ thinks you’re inland when you’re out in the open water. So, useless. App doesn’t have sole or flounder listed in the database… do it right or not at all. ### 1/5 — Horrible correlation between their mapping vs satellite *2024-06-12, version 2.0.7* Comparing the images on the maps on this app to satellite images is almost impossible. And in the sandy straits they expect you to carry your phone and utilise it with next to no coverage in a lot of the zones. These zones are getting out of hand and the responsibility for the honest fishers is now to rely on phones where you can’t access the app unless your within coverage seems unfair. One example I’ll make note of is In the 21st may changes, unless it’s hidden in the archive of the internet, where are the coordinates for the new zone at the front of kauri creek. The app does help with this matter either. ### 3/5 — Can I fish here? *2024-02-24, version 2.0.6* The layers selection pallet, on the Can I fish here page, does not turn off. It covers the entire screen and has no close button. The only way out of it is to close the app. Generally the app is useful but it’s the same wording from the fisheries website. Which I find very confusing. I was hoping this would be easier to understand. It isn’t. I am still in the dark as to where I can spearfish. ### 1/5 — Pathetic app *2023-08-11, version 2.0.4* Don’t bother with this rubbish app, it’s as useless and incompetent as the Queensland police force!! 3 times I added photos onto the app to see what the fish was and three times it didn’t find the fish in the photo, and when it did, it came up with a wrong name of fish… The creator of this app should be fired!!!! ### 1/5 — Make it work offline *2023-07-09, version 2.0.4* What kind of idiotic decision was it to make a fishing app that doesn’t work offline. Out at a reef and need to check info, good luck, some idiot made this need constant data. Not really that useful where you really need it then is it… ### 2/5 — Update *2023-06-25, version 2.0.4* Since app has updated no photos come through ### 1/5 — No photos and hard to navigate *2023-05-12, version 2.0.4* I have need trying to use this app it’s total rubbish. No photos of the fish and when you try to type in the name of a known fish it won’t come up you have to look through the entire list to find them. The app is hopeless. You can tell QLD fishies have never personally used it. ### 4/5 — Overall a useful app *2023-04-12, version 2.0.3* Overall a useful app especially the species info and the ‘Can I fish’ here page. It seems to struggle to open when you’ve got low or no signal while it hunts to log in. I find it better to switch to airplane mode if the signal is low then it opens up faster. The fish species photos are also a bit vague and could be improved - better ones on the internet usually. But it’s still a handy app. ### 4/5 — Needs to work offline. *2023-04-11, version 2.0.3* Using the App close onshore is fine as you generally have phone reception. Offshore where fringe or no reception occurs, App is useless. Consider adding offline option. For a minimum of fish ID lookup and bag limits etc. Other than that as this app grows it will get better. Helpful tool for fishos. ### 1/5 — Black screen of nothing *2023-02-27, version 2.0.3* Did work for a bit first time I go to use it properly on Moreton Island, while still in reception, now it just opens to a black screen of nothing ## Frequently asked questions about QLD Fishing 2.0 ### What fish species can QLD Fishing 2.0 identify? QLD Fishing 2.0's AI-powered Fish ID tool is currently available for a limited number of common Queensland fish species. The accuracy of the tool improves as more users submit photos, helping to grow the fish ID database. ### Can I use QLD Fishing 2.0 offline? Yes, QLD Fishing 2.0 offers offline functionality. It uses cached species information and simplified mapping data, making it usable in remote locations or areas with limited mobile signal reception. ### How do I purchase a permit to fish in a stocked dam with QLD Fishing 2.0? You can purchase a permit to fish in one of the 63 stocked dams or weirs through a link provided within the app. This link directs you to the Australia Post SIPS sales platform for permit purchases. ### What information does QLD Fishing 2.0 provide about my catch? For a limited number of common Queensland fish species, QLD Fishing 2.0 can provide information such as the species, size, and approximate age of your catch. It also allows you to compare your fish's size to others. ### How often is QLD Fishing 2.0 updated? The latest version of QLD Fishing 2.0 is 2.4.0, last updated on March 11, 2026. While the provided data indicates a future update date, typically apps in this category receive regular updates for rule changes and feature enhancements. ### Is QLD Fishing 2.0 suitable for children? QLD Fishing 2.0 has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for younger users. The app provides educational information about fish species and fishing regulations. ### Can I report illegal fishing activities using QLD Fishing 2.0? Yes, you can contact Fisheries Queensland and report unlawful fishing directly through the app. It provides access to the FishWatch hotline for reporting purposes. ### What devices does QLD Fishing 2.0 support? QLD Fishing 2.0 is available for iPhone and iPod devices. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 2.4.1 — 2026-05-05 Fixed issue with content rendering ### 2.4.0 — 2026-03-11 - Add species length option into fishing trips - Tech upgrades to improve performance, display and readability ### 2.3.1 — 2025-08-04 Fixed issue with fishing records not loading ### 2.3.0 — 2025-06-12 Updated the ‘Can I fish here’ map and the side menu with the new layer for QPWS No-anchoring and Public mooring layer. ### 2.1.1 — 2024-10-08 -Fixed issue with viewing species images -Tech upgrades to new standards ## Apps similar to QLD Fishing 2.0 | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Fish ID — Photo Identifier](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fish-id-photo-identifier/id6747612157) | — | Free | Lifestyle | | [SA Fishing](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sa-fishing/id716379848) | 5.0 (5) | Free | Lifestyle | | [FishSmart NSW - NSW Fishing](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fishsmart-nsw-nsw-fishing/id1092320415) | 4.0 (2) | Free | Lifestyle | | [Infish](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/infish/id663667473) | — | Free | Lifestyle | | [FishOz: Fishing Rules](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fishoz-fishing-rules/id6736437687) | — | Free | Lifestyle | | [Commercial Fishing SA](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/commercial-fishing-sa/id719287016) | — | Free | Lifestyle | ## More apps by Department of Primary Industries - [Qld eFisher](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qld-efisher/id1578978864) All apps by Department of Primary Industries: https://appshunter.io/developer/898124003 ## Related topics [qld efisher](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/qld-efisher) · [missouri conservation fishing](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/missouri-conservation-fishing) · [freshwater fishing australia](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/freshwater-fishing-australia) --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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