Species guide
How to catch Australian spotted mackerel
Scomberomorus munroi
saltwatergame fishScombridae
The Australian spotted mackerel is a fast-swimming predatory fish known for its distinctive spotted pattern. It schools in offshore pelagic waters and is prized by anglers for its fighting ability. This species prefers clear oceanic waters over continental shelves.
Where they live
Typically found in offshore, open pelagic waters over continental shelves in the Pacific and Indian Oceans, away from reefs and shoals. Juveniles share this habitat preference.
Typical size
Up to about 104 cm
What they eat
- small schooling fish
- such as sardines and anchovies
Best baits
- small live or cutbait fish
- such as pilchards or anchovies
Best lures
- metal jigs
- trolling spoons
- topwater plugs
How to fish for them
- trolling
- casting metal lures
- live bait fishing
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