Australian Spotted Mackerel
The Australian spotted mackerel, Scomberomorus munroi, is a fast-swimming pelagic fish found along the northern coast of Australia and southern Papua New Guinea. Known for its streamlined body and distinctive spots, it is a popular target for both commercial and recreational fishing due to its speed and agility.
Length~65 (max 104)
Weight~2 (max 10)
WaterSalt
Depth50 ft
- Other names-
- Length~65 (max 104)
- Weight~2 (max 10)
- WaterSalt
- Depth50 ft
Popular lures for Australian Spotted Mackerel
Regulation for Australian Spotted Mackerel
- SeasonAlways open
- Bag limit5
- Vessel limit-
- Trophy limits-
- Max size-
- Min size60 cm
- MeasurementTotal length
- Prohibited methods-
Living Conditions
🐟 Habitat preferences
- Australian spotted mackerel thrive in offshore open waters away from reefs and shoals.
- They form large schools and often move close inshore along the coast of Queensland
- Prefers tropical waters with abundant prey like anchovies and sardines
- Their diet also includes shrimps and squids, highlighting their opportunistic feeding behavior
♻️ Life cycle and mating behavior
- Spawning occurs in offshore waters, typically from December to May
- Females release eggs in open water, which are fertilized by males
- Larvae are pelagic, drifting with currents until they mature
- Adults exhibit seasonal migrations, moving to coastal waters for feeding and spawning