Saltwater
Yellowtail Kingfish
Seriola lalandi
- Peak season
- Summer and Fall (December–May)
- Length range
- 50–190 cm
- Weight range
- 2–50 kg
- Typical depth
- 3–80 m
Habitat
Coastal reefs, offshore pinnacles, and deep bomboras around southern Australia and New Zealand.
Behavior
Powerful pelagic predator that patrols reef edges in schools. Incredibly strong fighter with unstoppable runs.
Best techniques
- Live bait (yakka or squid)
- Stickbait casting
- Jigging with knife jigs
- Trolling with diving lures
