Species
Eastern King Prawn
Penaeus plebejus
Tier 3Eating10/10ultralight tackleNSWVICQLD
0 waypoints~15–22 cm typical
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Overview: about eastern king prawn
Large pinkish prawn of east-coast Australian estuaries and inshore waters, central to the NSW commercial fishery. Migrates offshore as it grows. Cast-netted by rec anglers in tidal creeks at night.
Biology: Eastern King Prawn size, diet & habitat
- Habitat
- Estuary, Inshore
- Typical size
- 15–22 cm (max 30 cm)
- Weight
- 0.03–0.2 kg
- Depth range
- 0–200 m
- Diet
- detritus, small invertebrates
- Most active
- nocturnal
- Global range
- Southwest Pacific
How to target: Eastern King Prawn angling strategies
Generally fished with ultralight tackle — match gear to the conditions and the size of fish you expect.
- cast nets at night in NSW estuaries
Best season: when to catch eastern king prawn in Australia
No seasonal pattern for eastern king prawn yet. Seasons shift with water temperature and local conditions — check state fisheries advice and recent local reports before planning a trip.
Where to catch: eastern king prawn fishing spots in Australia
No mapped spots or marks for eastern king prawn yet. As waypoints are added that list this species, they'll appear here.