Japanese Meagre
The Japanese meagre, also known as Argyrosomus japonicus, is a large, silvery fish found in coastal and estuarine waters from southern Africa to Japan. It is known for its strong, elongated body and is a prized catch for both commercial and recreational fisheries due to its size and fighting ability.
Length~100 (max 200)
Weight~41 (max 75)
WaterSalt
Water Temp16-27° F
Depth2-150 ft
- Other namesMulloway , Jewfish, Kingfish , River kingfish, Dusky kob
- Length~100 (max 200)
- Weight~41 (max 75)
- WaterSalt
- Water Temp16-27° F
- Depth2-150 ft
Popular lures for Japanese Meagre
Regulation for Japanese Meagre
- SeasonAlways open
- Bag limit1
- Vessel limit-
- Trophy limits-
- Max size-
- Min size70 cm
- MeasurementTotal length
- Prohibited methods-
Living Conditions
🐟 Habitat preferences
- Inhabits coastal waters, estuaries, and sometimes freshwater rivers
- Prefers sandy or muddy bottoms near reefs or submerged structures
- Feeds on crustaceans, mollusks, and smaller fish
- Juveniles are often found in estuaries, while adults prefer deeper coastal areas
♻️ Life cycle and mating behavior
- Spawning occurs in estuaries and coastal waters during warmer months
- Eggs are pelagic, hatching into larvae that develop in nursery areas
- Juveniles remain in estuarine environments before migrating to open waters
- Adults undertake seasonal migrations related to spawning and feeding