Species guide
How to catch Japanese amberjack
Seriola quinqueradiata
saltwatergame fishCarangidae
The Japanese amberjack is a popular game fish known for its strong shoaling behavior and fast swimming. It is often called Buri or Yellowtail and is prized for both sport and cuisine. Juveniles are found among floating seaweeds and adults feed mainly on plankton and smaller fishes.
Where they live
Found in saltwater Pacific regions down to 100 meters depth. Juveniles stay near floating seaweed while adults swim in shoals.
Typical size
Up to about 150 cm
What they eat
- small finfish
- plankton
Best baits
- small fish pieces
- plankton-like bait
Best lures
- jigs
- metal spoons
- hard-bodied lures
How to fish for them
- trolling
- jigging
- casting from boat
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