This assessment estimated the annual sustainable biological catch for Moreton Bay Bugs in the fishery at 1 887 tonnes (t) (95 per cent confidence interval 1 716-2 057 t). Annual commercial catches have remained well below this (catch peaked at 120 t in 1998). Catches were 35 t in 2018 and 36 t in 2019. The above evidence indicates that the.. Moreton Bay Bug. Found off the coast of northern Australia, Moreton Bay bug belongs to the Thenus species of slipper lobsters and encompasses reef bug, officially known as Thenus australiensis and mud bug, officially named Thenus parindicus. Meat that is found in the tail can withstand poaching, steaming, barbecuing, deep-frying, or grilling.

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Moreton Bay Bugs have a sweet rich flavour, stronger than Rocklobsters but milder than Balmain Bugs, which have a more 'fishy' flavour. Undercook, rather than overcook, Bugs, as they will continue cooking in the residual heat; if overcooked the meat will be tough and leathery. Use the shell to flavour stocks, soups and sauces.. Habitat: Moreton Bay bugs are found on mud and sandy substrates on the sea floor. They are found at depths from 8‑100 metres, but are more commonly found at 10‑50 metres. Reef bugs are generally found in water depths of 26‑60 metres, while mud bugs usually occur in depths of less than 25 metres. Moreton bay bugs are highly mobile.