Saltwater
Mulloway
Argyrosomus japonicus
- Peak season
- Fall and Winter (April-August)
- Length range
- 40–170 cm
- Weight range
- 1–40 kg
- Typical depth
- 0–50 m
Habitat
Surf zones, estuaries, and rocky headlands along the Australian coast. Also found in South African waters as dusky kob.
Behavior
Powerful predator that feeds on mullet, squid, and crabs near structure. Most active at night and during turbid conditions.
Best techniques
- Live bait in estuaries at night
- Soft plastics on heavy jig head
- Surf casting with whole fish bait
- Trolling past headlands
