Species
King Scallop
Pecten fumatus
Also known as commercial scallop
Tier 4Eating10/10ultralight tackleNSWVICSAWATAS
0 waypoints~8–12 cm typical
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Range & spots
No mapped spots for this species yet.
This species is in the catalog but not yet linked to any mapped waypoint.
Overview: about king scallop
Premium southern Australian scallop, basis of major commercial dredge fisheries in TAS and VIC. Rec dive take in tight seasons; outstanding eating.
Biology: King Scallop size, diet & habitat
- Habitat
- Bay, Shelf
- Typical size
- 8–12 cm (max 16 cm)
- Weight
- 0.1–0.25 kg
- Depth range
- 5–80 m
- Diet
- filter feeder
- Global range
- Southern Australia
How to target: King Scallop angling strategies
Generally fished with ultralight tackle — match gear to the conditions and the size of fish you expect.
- free-diving in regulated seasons
Best season: when to catch king scallop in Australia
No seasonal pattern for king scallop yet. Seasons shift with water temperature and local conditions — check state fisheries advice and recent local reports before planning a trip.
Where to catch: king scallop fishing spots in Australia
No mapped spots or marks for king scallop yet. As waypoints are added that list this species, they'll appear here.