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Cooktown and Cape York local name for the king threadfin salmon. Found across northern Australia in turbid estuaries, river mouths and beaches. Targeted with vibes, soft plastics and live baits around tide changes — soft mouths reward steady pressure rather than heavy hooksets.
Generally fished with light tackle — match gear to the conditions and the size of fish you expect.
No seasonal pattern for cocky salmon yet. Seasons shift with water temperature and local conditions — check state fisheries advice and recent local reports before planning a trip.
10 mapped fishing spots, marks and waypoints for cocky salmon across Australia, covering land-based fishing, rock fishing, beach fishing, surf fishing, estuary fishing and jetty and wharf fishing. Each location below links through to access notes and coordinates.