Species guide
How to catch Australian bonito
Sarda australis
saltwatergame fishScombridae
The Australian bonito is a fast, predatory game fish known for its powerful fights. It typically forms schools sorted by size and displays some cannibalistic behavior. This species is prized by anglers for sport and can grow quite large.
Where they live
Found in saltwater environments across the Pacific and Indian Oceans, Australian bonito prefers coastal waters and often forms size-specific schools.
Typical size
Up to about 180 cm
What they eat
- small fish like sardines and anchovies
- juvenile fish
- macrofauna
Best baits
- small fish strips
- pilchards
- squid pieces
Best lures
- metal spoons
- jigs
- surface poppers
How to fish for them
- trolling
- spinning
- casting small lures
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