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Spanish Mackerel

Scomberomorus commerson

âš“ Offshore

Large fast-swimming mackerel, premium sportfish. Legal size: 75cm (QLD). Bag limit: 1 per person OR 4 per boat whichever is less (QLD), 10 combined mackerel (NSW).

Legal Size

75cm

Bag Limit

5/day

Avg Weight

8.00kg

Record

45.00kg

Spanish Mackerel

Baits & Lures

Natural Baits

live baitpilchardssquidgarfish

Lures & Artificials

metal sliceshard body luressoft plastics

Regulations

Minimum Legal Size
75 cm
Daily Bag Limit
5 fish

* Regulations may vary by state. Always check local fishing rules before heading out.

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