Dusky Kob
Argyrosomus japonicus
Also known as: KobDaga SalmonMulloway
Surf/EstuaryShore
Gamefish
Score
—
Prime time
—
Depth
0–30m
Platform
Shore
Season
JanMarJunSepDec
Peak Jun–AugGood May–Sep
Depth range
0–30mMedium
Findr bio
A ghost that runs the surf line at night and vanishes with the tide — big kob don't give themselves away twice.
How to catch
Favourite hangouts
EstuarySandy beachShallow water
Recommended baits
Fish baitsSquidPrawns
Effective techniques
SurfcastingBottom Fishing
Gear
Best times
NightDuskDawn
Big kob "talk" — they can produce a drumming sound with their swim bladder, which is how anglers sometimes locate a shoal before a line goes in.