Species guide
How to catch Queensland school mackerel
Scomberomorus queenslandicus
The Queensland school mackerel is a fast-swimming predator known for forming mixed schools with other mackerel species over shallow offshore reefs. Juveniles rely on estuarine and coastal nurseries before joining adult schools. This species is prized by anglers for its fighting ability and size.
Where they live
Found in brackish and saltwater environments around Queensland's offshore reefs, usually at depths from 1 to 100 meters. Juveniles inhabit estuaries and coastal nurseries.
Typical size
Up to about 100 cm
What they eat
- small sardines
- anchovies
- small schooling fish
Best baits
- small live baitfish
- pilchards
- sardines
Best lures
- metal spoons
- pencil poppers
- fast retrieve plugs
How to fish for them
- trolling
- casting near reefs
- live bait fishing
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