daga salmon, silver kob · Argyrosomus spp.

Kob

The surf angler's prize: a strong, silver bottom fish that feeds in the gullies at dusk and after dark.
Gear for kob

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Baits

  • Sardine
  • Chokka (squid)
  • Mackerel fillet
  • Mullet
  • Whole prawn
Habitat
Sandy beaches, gullies, estuary mouths and rocky points. They sit in deeper water in the daytime and move into the shallows to feed.
Season
Present along much of the coast through the year, with peaks that depend on the area. Local anglers can tell you when the run is on in your bay.
Best times
Dusk, night and the hours around high tide, especially with some cloud or a moon.
Tackle
A 12 to 14 ft surf rod and a reel holding 250 m or more of 15 to 25 lb mono or 30 to 50 lb braid with a shock leader.
Hook
3/0 to 6/0 circle or suicide hook, depending on the bait.

Tips

  • Fish the edges of gullies where the bait is washed past them.

  • Keep bait fresh and well tied on: oily baits like sardine draw strikes.

  • Be patient between bites and keep the line tight.

Rules

Kob are managed with size and bag limits that change. Check the current recreational rules and permit conditions before you keep one.

This site is not an official source. Check the current rules with the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment.

Recommendations are pending review by a local angler.

Rigs

Rigs that suit kob

Gear

Gear for kob

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