Mackerel

Mackerel are fast-swimming, predatory fish highly prized by anglers for their aggressive strikes, powerful fights, and excellent eating quality. Found along Australia's coastal waters, reefs, and estuaries, species like Spanish mackerel, spotted mackerel, and school mackerel are common targets, particularly in northern and eastern Australia.

These fish are best caught using trolled lures, live baits, and metal spoons, with their razor-sharp teeth requiring wire leaders to prevent bite-offs. Mackerel are most active in warmer months and are often found hunting baitfish schools, making them a thrilling catch for both boat and land-based anglers. Whether fishing offshore or along the coast, hooking into a mackerel promises fast runs, aerial leaps, and a delicious reward at the end of the fight.