Dusky Kob fishing
Argyrosomus japonicus
About Dusky Kob
A large, sought-after estuary and surf predator that follows tides and bait into river mouths and along beaches. Anglers fish live and fresh cut bait on the bottom, and work big soft plastics and spoons through deeper channels. Low light, moving water and a falling barometer often trigger the best bites.
Typical size: Typically 5 to 20 kg; trophy fish exceed 40 kg. Record (approx.): approx. 75 kg (varies by region).
Season, time and habitat
Best season
Jan-Mar, Dec
Best time
Dawn, dusk, night
Habitat
Coast
Season by month
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Darker cell = more active that month. Based on the species' usual yearly rhythm.
Common questions
When is the best time to catch Dusky Kob?
Dusky Kob fishing is usually best around Jan-Mar, Dec. The best windows in the day are usually dawn, dusk, night.
Where can you catch Dusky Kob?
Dusky Kob is most often found in coast. Napp shows the nearest waters and the live odds on the bite right now.