King George Whiting
The King George whiting, or Sillaginodes punctatus, is a prized marine species found in southern Australian waters. Recognized by its elongated body and silvery appearance with faint spots, it inhabits sandy bottoms and seagrass beds. This fish is highly sought after by both commercial and recreational fishermen for its delicate, flavorful flesh.
Length~40 (max 80)
Weight~1 (max 5)
WaterSalt
Depth2-200 ft
- Other namesSpotted whiting, Spotted sillago
- Length~40 (max 80)
- Weight~1 (max 5)
- WaterSalt
- Depth2-200 ft
Popular lures for King George Whiting
Regulation for King George Whiting
- SeasonAlways open
- Bag limit10
- Vessel limit30
- Trophy limits-
- Max size-
- Min size32 cm
- Measurement-
- Prohibited methods-
Living Conditions
🐟 Habitat preferences
- Commonly found in coastal bays, estuaries, and nearshore waters
- Prefers sandy or muddy bottoms and seagrass beds
- Feeds on small crustaceans, worms, and mollusks
- Juveniles inhabit shallow, protected waters, moving to deeper areas as they mature
♻️ Life cycle and mating behavior
- Spawning occurs in offshore waters during late spring and summer
- Eggs are pelagic, with larvae developing in open water before moving inshore
- Juveniles grow in estuaries and sheltered bays
- Adults migrate to deeper coastal waters, often forming schools during spawning season