Photo: G A Boulenger + C A L G Guenther / Public domain (via Wikimedia Commons)
Seriola lalandi
Yellowtail Amberjack
Saltwater
About this species
A powerful Southern Hemisphere kingfish prized off Australia, New Zealand and South America. It patrols reefs, pinnacles and bait schools, giving punishing dogged runs when hooked. A blue-water favorite on jigs and live bait.
Season
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Depth
5 – 80 m
Habitat Spots
ReefOffshoreNearshore
Fishing Methods
JiggingLureTrolling
Bait & Rig
Live yakka or squid, fast-retrieved metal jigs, or trolled diving lures near reefs.
Edibility & Taste
Firm, oily white flesh excellent as sashimi or grilled.
Similar Species
Very similar to the NW Pacific goldstriped amberjack; ranges rarely overlap.
Record Weight
52 kg