How Moon Phases Affect Fishing
Moon phase is one of the most talked-about fishing factors because it influences night light, tidal movement and feeding behaviour. A full moon can extend feeding activity into the night, while a new moon can improve low-light opportunities around dawn and dusk. The moon does not guarantee fish, but it helps explain why some sessions feel more active than others.
Why moon phase matters
Around the new moon and full moon, tidal movement can become stronger in many coastal areas. Stronger movement can push bait, stir edges and encourage predators to hunt. This can help species such as mulloway, tailor, salmon, snapper and kingfish when the rest of the conditions are suitable.
How to use it on Aaron's Bite Times
During a bright full moon, some fish feed heavily overnight. That can make the early morning bite either excellent or slower depending on the location and the amount of bait in the area. A darker new moon can make dawn, dusk and tide turns more important because predators rely more on movement and ambush opportunities.
Practical tips
Use moon phase as one part of the picture. Combine it with tide changes, wind direction, swell height, water clarity, pressure and local seasonal knowledge. The best fishing sessions usually happen when several of these signals line up at once.